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Dr. Janis Howatt, MD

Dr. Janis Howatt, MD

Portland, OR

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howatt, Internist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Janis Howatt, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Howatt graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Providence Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Howatt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howatt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howatt’s office at (503) 249-8787.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Howatt?

    Dr. Janis Howatt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Howatt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland/OR community, Dr. Howatt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Providence Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Providence Hospital and Medical Centers Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Howatt board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Janis Howatt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Howatt speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Howatt treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Howatt 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. Howatt. 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.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
    • Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
    • Unevenly Dense Breasts
    • Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
    • Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional Distress from Stress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    What procedures does Dr. Howatt perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Howatt 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. Howatt. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Howatt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howatt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 249-8787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howatt accept in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Howatt in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CareOregon

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • OptumRx

    • PacificSource

    • Providence Health Plans

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Howatt's office located?

    Dr. Janis Howatt's Primary Practice

    4212 NE Broadway

    Portland, OR 97213

    (503) 249-8787

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

    Dr. Howatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437225257.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howatt?

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

    What is Dr. Janis Howatt's specialty?

    Dr. Howatt is a Internist near Portland, OR.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Howatt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Janis Howatt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Howatt is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, OHSU Hospital - Portland 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Janis Howatt accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Janis Howatt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janis Howatt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howatt's office at (503) 249-8787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Janis Howatt?

    Please contact Dr. Howatt's office at (503) 249-8787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janis Howatt have?

    Dr. Janis Howatt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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