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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hougas, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. James Hougas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hougas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hougas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hougas’s office at (651) 772-3461.
Is Dr. Hougas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Hougas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hougas speak?
Dr. Hougas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hougas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hougas 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. Hougas. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hougas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hougas 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. Hougas. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Hougas accept my insurance?
Dr. Hougas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 772-3461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hougas accept in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Hougas in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
HealthPartners
Jefferson Health
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hougas' office located?
What is Dr. Hougas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hougas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780812651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hougas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hougas
What is Dr. James Hougas's specialty?
Dr. Hougas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Paul, MN.
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. James Hougas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hougas is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital 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
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Is James Hougas accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, Dr. James Hougas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hougas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hougas's office at (651) 772-3461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hougas?
Please contact Dr. Hougas's office at (651) 772-3461 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Hougas have?
Dr. James Hougas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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