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Who is Dr. Houser, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Michael Houser, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Houser graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Methodist Med Ctr Of Il, Family Medicine. Dr. Houser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houser’s office.
Where did Dr. Houser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Med Ctr Of Il, Family Medicine | Methodist Medical Center of Illinois | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Houser board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Houser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Houser speak?
Dr. Houser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Houser typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Houser 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. Houser. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Houser typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Houser may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Houser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Houser accept my insurance?
Dr. Houser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houser accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Houser in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Houser's office located?
Dr. Michael Houser's Primary Practice
621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 4017B
Saint Louis, MO 63141
What is Dr. Houser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285710665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houser
What is Dr. Michael Houser's specialty?
Dr. Houser is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Michael Houser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houser is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital Lincoln 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Michael Houser accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Michael Houser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Houser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Houser?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Houser have?
Dr. Michael Houser is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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