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Dr. Lucille Howard, MD

Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Norwich, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howard, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Norwich, CT?

    Dr. Lucille Howard, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Norwich, CT with 1 additional practice location. 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 (860) 972-2780.

    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 / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Howard typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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:

    • Obesity during pregnancy
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Obesity
    • Maternal obesity
    • Obesity in pregnancy
    • Weight issues in pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Poor Fetal Growth
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Fetal Growth Restriction
    • Small for Gestational Age
    • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Fetal Movement
    • Baby Moving Less
    • Fetal Hypoactivity
    • Decreased Baby Kicks

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O368130: Decreased fetal movements, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Gestational diabetes
    • Pregnancy Diabetes
    • Diabetes developed during pregnancy
    • GDM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control

    What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Howard typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 972-2780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Norwich, CT?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Lucille Howard's Primary Practice

    17 Case St

    Norwich, CT 06360

    (860) 972-2780

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    Dr. Lucille Howard's Practice 2

    111 Park St

    Hartford, CT 06106

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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 1780203455.

    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. Lucille Howard's specialty?

    Dr. Howard is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Norwich, CT.

    What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.

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

    Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with William W. Backus Hospital, Windham Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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 / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN). 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. Lucille Howard accepting new patients in Norwich, CT?

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

    Does Dr. Lucille Howard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (860) 972-2780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (860) 972-2780 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Howard's offices are located in Norwich, CT and Hartford, CT.