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Dr. Howard Smithline, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Springfield, MA

32 Years of Experience

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smithline, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Howard Smithline, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Smithline completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Smithline is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smithline’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smithline’s office at (413) 794-3233.

    Where did Dr. Smithline go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hospital

    • Medical School: Northwestern Univ Medical School

    Is Dr. Smithline board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Smithline, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Smithline speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smithline typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smithline 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. Smithline. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smithline typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Smithline may include:

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

    Does Dr. Smithline accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smithline accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-3233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smithline accept in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Smithline in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baystate Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Diversified Group Brokerage

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Smithline's office located?

    Dr. Howard Smithline's Primary Practice

    759 Chestnut St

    Springfield, MA 01199

    (413) 794-3233

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    What is Dr. Smithline's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Smithline's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881789386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smithline?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smithline

    What is Dr. Howard Smithline's specialty?

    Dr. Smithline is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Smithline is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Holyoke Medical Center, Umass Memorial 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Howard Smithline accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?

    No, Dr. Howard Smithline is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Smithline offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smithline's office at (413) 794-3233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Smithline's office at (413) 794-3233 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smithline's office located?

    Dr. Smithline's office is located in Springfield, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Smithline have?

    Dr. Howard Smithline is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.