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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hou, Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nova Hou, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Hou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office at (713) 487-6787.
What languages does Dr. Hou speak?
Dr. Hou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hou typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Nova Hou may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Hou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?
Dr. Hou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 487-6787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hou in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Centene Corporation
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hou's office located?
Dr. Nova Hou's Primary Practice
420 E Superior St Ste 9-900
Chicago, IL 60611
(713) 487-6787
What is Dr. Hou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245792118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hou
What is Dr. Nova Hou's specialty?
Dr. Hou is a Physiatrist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Nova Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hou is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Nova Hou accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nova Hou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nova Hou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (713) 487-6787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nova Hou?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (713) 487-6787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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