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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houghton, Internist in Hutchinson, KS?
Dr. James Houghton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hutchinson, KS. Dr. Houghton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houghton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houghton’s office at (913) 588-6050.
What languages does Dr. Houghton speak?
Dr. Houghton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Houghton typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Houghton 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. Houghton. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Houghton typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Houghton may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Houghton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Houghton accept my insurance?
Dr. Houghton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 588-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houghton accept in Hutchinson, KS?
Dr. Houghton in Hutchinson, KS 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 Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gravie Insurance
Humana
Medical Associates
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Houghton's office located?
Dr. James Houghton's Primary Practice
2101 N Waldron St
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(913) 588-6050
What is Dr. Houghton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houghton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679214613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houghton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houghton
What is Dr. James Houghton's specialty?
Dr. Houghton is a Internist near Hutchinson, KS.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. James Houghton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houghton is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, Salina Regional Health 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Houghton accepting new patients in Hutchinson, KS?
Yes, Dr. James Houghton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Houghton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houghton's office at (913) 588-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Houghton?
Please contact Dr. Houghton's office at (913) 588-6050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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