Dr. Allison Houk, MD
Altoona, PA
22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houk, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Altoona, PA?
Where did Dr. Houk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Case Western Resrve University School Med-Cleveland
Is Dr. Houk board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Allison Houk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Houk speak?
Dr. Houk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Houk typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Houk 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. Houk. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Houk typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Houk 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. Houk. 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:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Houk accept my insurance?
Dr. Houk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 224-5132 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houk accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Houk in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Houk's office located?
Dr. Allison Houk's Primary Practice
2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 224-5132
What hospitals are Dr. Houk affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Houk has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Houk's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326032194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houk