2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1629044946 MD
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HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD

Specialist in WENTZVILLE, Missouri. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
950
Medicare Part D claims · 239 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
39%
generic claims · 61% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in WENTZVILLE, Missouri with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 950 claims across 239 beneficiaries — 61% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD filed 950 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WENTZVILLE, Missouri. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/27/2006

NPI 1629044946

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

950 36% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Missouri

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Missouri providers

Missouri providers

Specialist share within Missouri

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Missouri

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Specialist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Specialist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD is a Specialist provider practicing in WENTZVILLE, Missouri, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1629044946. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 1603 WENTZVILLE PKWY, WENTZVILLE, MO, 63385, with a listed phone of (636) 332-8228. NPI 1629044946 was issued on 02/27/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GOLDBERG most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 950 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 239 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $348K in drug spend, split 61% brand-name and 39% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

1603 WENTZVILLE PKWY
WENTZVILLE, MO 63385

Provider Details

NPI 1629044946
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/27/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

SSM MEDICAL GROUP INC
WENTZVILLE, MO

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD — brand share 61.0%
Specialty average (est.)

61% brand-name claims vs 39% generic, on 950 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

950
Total Claims
$348K
Total Drug Cost
239
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,429
Total Day Supply
39,185
Brand vs Generic
61% brand / 39% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$330K
Generic Drug Cost
$18K
Antibiotic Claims
31

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.10
Gender Split
52% female / 48% male
Age Distribution
<65: 24, 65-74: 103, 75-84: 94, 85+: 18

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Trelegy Ellipta
Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter
131
Albuterol Sulfate Hfa
Albuterol Sulfate
124
Montelukast Sodium
70
Anoro Ellipta
Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr
59
Prednisone
59
Fluticasone-Salmeterol
Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterol
57
Incruse Ellipta
Umeclidinium Bromide
50
Zolpidem Tartrate
40
Fluticasone Propionate
36
Stiolto Respimat
Tiotropium Br/Olodaterol Hcl
30

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Specialist Overview

How HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's 950 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Missouri

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Missouri, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as GOLDBERG.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's specialty?
HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in WENTZVILLE, Missouri. Credentials: MD.
How much does HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD wrote 950 Medicare Part D claims totaling $348K in drug costs for 239 beneficiaries.
Where is HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD located?
HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD is located at 1603 WENTZVILLE PKWY, WENTZVILLE, MO, 63385. Phone: (636) 332-8228.
What is HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's NPI number?
HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629044946, issued on 02/27/2006.
Does HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's prescribing is 61% brand-name and 39% generic drugs by claim count, with $330K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Trelegy Ellipta, Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, Montelukast Sodium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD accept Medicare?
HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 950 Part D claims and 239 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's credentials?
HOWARD GOLDBERG, MD's NPI is 1629044946 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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