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Dr. Desztini Howard, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Blue Springs, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howard, Family Medicine Specialist in Blue Springs, MO?

    Dr. Desztini Howard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Blue Springs, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (816) 404-9597.

    What languages does Dr. Howard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howard typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howard typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Desztini Howard may include:

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 404-9597 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Blue Springs, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

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    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Desztini Howard's Primary Practice

    600 NE Adams Dairy Pkwy Ste 200

    Blue Springs, MO 64014

    (816) 404-9597

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    Dr. Desztini Howard's Practice 2

    7900 Lees Summit Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64139

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    Dr. Desztini Howard's Practice 3

    2301 S Missouri 291 Hwy Select Physical Therapy 40818

    Independence, MO 64057

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    What is Dr. Howard's NPI number?A 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 1689202707.

    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. Desztini Howard's specialty?

    Dr. Howard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Blue Springs, MO.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Centerpoint 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Desztini Howard accepting new patients in Blue Springs, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Desztini Howard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (816) 404-9597 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Desztini Howard?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (816) 404-9597 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Howard's offices are located in Blue Springs, MO, Kansas City, MO, and Independence, MO.