Summary

Dr. Mark Howard is an orthopedic surgeon with four decades of experience treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, and completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at UCLA Medical Center and LA County Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Howard maintains board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Howard practices at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and sees patients in Monterey, California. His expertise includes treating joint pain and shoulder problems. He incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques into patient care plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery
  • 37 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Montage Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

12 Upper Ragsdale Dr # BMonterey, CA 93940

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Mark W Howard, MDDr. Michael Klassen, MDDr. Sohrab Gollogly, MDDr. Robert Finlay Greene, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.9 
4.4 
41 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Monterey , CAMonterey , CAMonterey , CASalinas , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark W Howard

  • AARP
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - IPA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Valley Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Mark W Howard has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mark W Howard has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Back Injuries
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Mark W Howard holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts in 1985.

NPI Number

Mark W Howard's NPI number is 1982624128.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mark Howard's office located?
Mark Howard's office is located at 12 Upper Ragsdale Dr # B, Monterey, CA, 93940.
Which hospitals is Mark Howard affiliated with?
Mark Howard is affiliated with Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula.
Does Mark Howard accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Mark Howard accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Howard?
You can find contact information for Mark Howard here on Vitals.
Does Mark Howard accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Mark Howard has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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