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Dr. Jean Hou, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hou, Internist in Gaithersburg, MD?

    Dr. Jean Hou, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Hou completed her residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office at (240) 632-4000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Hou board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Jean 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:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hou treat?

    As an Internist, 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • B12 Anemia
    • Dietary B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Allergy Desensitization
    • Allergy shots
    • Immunotherapy for allergies
    • Allergen desensitization therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z516: Encounter for desensitization to allergens

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Dementia
    • Dementia
    • Multi-infarct dementia
    • Cognitive decline from vascular issues
    • Dementia due to blood vessel problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Aphasia
    • Stroke
    • Speech Loss
    • Language Disorder
    • Difficulty Speaking after Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Which procedures does Dr. Hou perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jean Hou may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hou's office.

    Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Gaithersburg, MD?

    Dr. Hou in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Hou's office located?

    Dr. Jean Hou's Primary Practice

    655 Watkins Mill Rd

    Gaithersburg, MD 20879

    (240) 632-4000

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    Dr. Jean Hou's Practice 2

    5400 Hillmeade Rd

    Bowie, MD 20720

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    Dr. Jean Hou's Practice 3

    10810 Connecticut Ave

    Kensington, MD 20895

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    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 1750442273.

    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. Jean Hou's specialty?

    Dr. Hou is a Internist near Gaithersburg, MD.

    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. Hou to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jean Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jean Hou accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Jean Hou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jean Hou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (240) 632-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jean Hou?

    Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (240) 632-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jean Hou have?

    Dr. Jean Hou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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