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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howe, Internist in Southborough, MA?
Dr. James Howe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Southborough, MA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Howe graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Deaconess Hospital Program. Dr. Howe is fluent in English, Albanian, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howe’s office at (508) 481-5500.
Where did Dr. Howe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deaconess Hospital Program
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Howe board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Howe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howe speak?
Dr. Howe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
Chinese
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Howe typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Howe 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. Howe. 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.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89322: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 2
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Howe typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Howe 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. Howe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Howe accept my insurance?
Dr. Howe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 481-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howe accept in Southborough, MA?
Dr. Howe in Southborough, 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
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Howe's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Howe affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Howe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Umass Memorial Medical Center,Worcester, MA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Umass Memorial Medical Center,Worcester, MA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center,Milford, MARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center,Milford, MA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital,Framingham, MARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital,Framingham, MA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MARanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Tufts Medical Center,Boston, MARanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Tufts Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Emerson Health,Concord, MARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Emerson Health,Concord, MA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
What is Dr. Howe's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467499129.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howe
What is Dr. James Howe's specialty?
Dr. Howe is an Internist near Southborough, MA.
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 Dr. James Howe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howe is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center, Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center, Emerson Health 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
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Is Dr. James Howe accepting new patients in Southborough, MA?
Yes, Dr. James Howe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Howe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (508) 481-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Howe?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (508) 481-5500 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Howe's office located?
Dr. Howe's office is located in Southborough, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Howe have?
Dr. James Howe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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