Quick answers
- Where does Howard L. Cummings see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 5 practice locations, including Johnson City, TN, Abingdon, VA and Bristol, VA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Howard L. Cummings's specialty?
- Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
- Does Howard L. Cummings accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Howard L. Cummings accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Howard L. Cummings?
- (423) 578-4364, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Howard L. Cummings's NPI number?
- 1669478996. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Howard L. Cummings is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 105 Woodlawn DrJohnson City, TN 37604 (423) 578‑4364
- 160 Cummings StAbingdon, VA 24210 (423) 578‑4364
- 161 Technology LnJohnson City, TN 37604 (423) 578‑4364
- 185 Gate City HwyBristol, VA 24201 (423) 578‑4364
- 2412 N John B Dennis HwyKingsport, TN 37660 (423) 578‑4364
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Howard L. Cummings as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Southeastern Retina Associates PC21 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Johnson City
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Johnson City, TN — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas |
| Graduation year | 1987 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1669478996 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians