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Who is Dr. Howard, Physiatrist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Melissa Howard is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is not 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 (385) 258-2751.
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 Physiatrist like Dr. Howard typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Howard may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (385) 258-2751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Howard in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
Dr. Melissa Howard's Primary Practice
10101 Lagrima de Oro Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(385) 258-2751
What is Dr. Howard's NPI number?An 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 1922729466.
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. Melissa Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Physiatrist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Melissa Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Howard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Howard accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
No, Dr. Melissa Howard is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (385) 258-2751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (385) 258-2751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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