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Who is Dr. Hou, Pediatrician in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Ernest Hou, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hou completed his residency at Rhode Island Hospital Providence. 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 (508) 679-7645.
Where did Dr. Hou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rhode Island Hospital Providence
Is Dr. Hou board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Hou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Hou speak?
Dr. Hou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hou typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Ernest Hou may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Hou's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hou typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ernest Hou may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (508) 679-7645 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Hou in Fall River, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hou's office located?
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 1003863739.
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. Ernest Hou's specialty?
Dr. Hou is a Pediatrician near Fall River, 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 this Dr. Ernest Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Charlton Memorial Hospital, Women And Infants Hospital, 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
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Is Ernest Hou accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Hou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Hou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (508) 679-7645 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernest Hou?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (508) 679-7645 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernest Hou have?
Dr. Ernest Hou is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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