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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hou, Endocrinologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Runhua Hou, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Hou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hou’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office at (617) 309-2695.
Where did Dr. Hou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Xian Medical University
Is Dr. Hou board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Runhua Hou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hou speak?
Dr. Hou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Hou typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Hou 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. Hou. 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:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Hou typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Runhua Hou may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Hou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?
Dr. Hou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 309-2695 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hou in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hou's office located?
What is Dr. Hou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811077654.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hou
What is Dr. Runhua Hou's specialty?
Dr. Hou is a Endocrinologist near Boston, MA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Runhua Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hou is affiliated with Emerson Health, Massachusetts General Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center, Elliot Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock 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 Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Runhua Hou accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Runhua Hou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Runhua Hou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (617) 309-2695 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Runhua Hou?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (617) 309-2695 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Runhua Hou have?
Dr. Runhua Hou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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