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Dr. Joseph Francis Howard, MD

Pediatrician

Auburn, MA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Howard, Pediatrician in Auburn, MA?

    Dr. Joseph Francis Howard, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Auburn, MA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Howard graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Military Only Program. Dr. Howard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (508) 832-9691.

    Where did Dr. Howard go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Military Only Program

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Howard board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Francis Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Howard speak?

    Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Howard typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Howard diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Howard. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
    • Other biohazard exposure cleared
    • No other biological agent exposure found
    • Other bioweapon exposure ruled out

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Howard typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Francis Howard may include:

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 832-9691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Auburn, MA?

    Dr. Howard in Auburn, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Child Health Assoc

    105 Millbury St

    Auburn, MA 01501

    (508) 832-9691

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    What hospitals are Dr. Howard affiliated with?

    Dr. Howard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA

    What is Dr. Howard's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497789259.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howard

    What is Dr. Joseph Francis Howard's specialty?

    Dr. Howard is a Pediatrician near Auburn, MA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Joseph Francis Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Howard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Joseph Francis Howard accepting new patients in Auburn, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Francis Howard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Francis Howard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (508) 832-9691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Francis Howard?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (508) 832-9691 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Howard's office is located in Auburn, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Francis Howard have?

    Dr. Joseph Francis Howard is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.