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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howse, Family Medicine Specialist in Clinton, IL?
Dr. Christopher Howse, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clinton, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Howse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howse’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howse’s office at (217) 935-5022.
What languages does Dr. Howse speak?
Dr. Howse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howse typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Howse 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. Howse. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howse typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Howse may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Howse's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Howse accept my insurance?
Dr. Howse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 935-5022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howse accept in Clinton, IL?
Dr. Howse in Clinton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howse's office located?
Dr. Christopher Howse's Primary Practice
1231 Kleemann Dr
Clinton, IL 61727
(217) 935-5022
What is Dr. Howse's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942562889.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howse?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howse
What is Dr. Christopher Howse's specialty?
Dr. Howse is a Family Medicine Specialist near Clinton, IL.
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. Christopher Howse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howse is affiliated with Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center, Decatur Memorial Hospital, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services 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
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Is Christopher Howse accepting new patients in Clinton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Howse is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Howse offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howse's office at (217) 935-5022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Howse?
Please contact Dr. Howse's office at (217) 935-5022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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