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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sparks, NV?
Dr. Michael Howell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sparks, NV. Dr. Howell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howell’s office at (480) 710-2228.
What languages does Dr. Howell speak?
Dr. Howell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howell typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Howell 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. Howell. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howell typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Howell may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Howell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Howell accept my insurance?
Dr. Howell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 710-2228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howell accept in Sparks, NV?
Dr. Howell in Sparks, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Intermountain Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howell's office located?
What is Dr. Howell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265097166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howell
What is Dr. Michael Howell's specialty?
Dr. Howell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sparks, NV.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Michael Howell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howell is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Howell accepting new patients in Sparks, NV?
Yes, Dr. Michael Howell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Howell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howell's office at (480) 710-2228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Howell?
Please contact Dr. Howell's office at (480) 710-2228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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