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Dr. David Howard, MD, PHD

Columbia, MD

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howard, Obstetrician in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. David Howard, MD, PHD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Howard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Howard typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Memory Decline
    • Dementia
    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • Older Adult Health
    • Cognitive Health and Older Adults
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Senior moments
    • Normal aging memory changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4181: Age-related cognitive decline

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Routine Postpartum Check-up
    • Postpartum Care
    • After-birth Follow-up
    • Postnatal Care Visit
    • Maternal Postpartum Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up

    Also known as:

    • Trouble with Attention and Focus
    • Mental Disorder
    • Concentration issues
    • Difficulty focusing
    • Attention deficit

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41840: Attention and concentration deficit

    What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Howard typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician, Dr. Howard performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?

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

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Columbia, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. David Howard also offers virtual visits

    Dr. David Howard's Primary Practice

    6700 Alexander Bell Dr Ste 200

    Columbia, MD 21046

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    Dr. David Howard's Practice 2

    219 S Washington St

    Easton, MD 21601

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    Dr. David Howard's Practice 3

    106 Irving St NW Ste 4200

    Washington, DC 20010

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    What is Dr. Howard's NPI number?An 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 1568640159.

    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. David Howard's specialty?

    Dr. Howard is a Obstetrician near Columbia, MD.

    What does an Obstetrician do?

    A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.

    Is this Dr. David Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton, St. Bernards 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 Obstetrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician. 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 David Howard accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?

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

    Does Dr. David Howard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Howard?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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