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Dr. David Howes, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Havana, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Havana, IL?

    Dr. David Howes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Havana, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Howes completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine. Dr. Howes is fluent in English, Chinese, Italian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howes’s office at (309) 692-5522.

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

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi

    Is Dr. Howes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Howes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Howes speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Italian
    • Russian

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howes typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Howes 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. Howes. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howes typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Howes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Howes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Howes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 692-5522 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howes accept in Havana, IL?

    Dr. Howes in Havana, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Howes' office located?

    Dr. David Howes' Primary Practice

    615 N Promenade St

    Havana, IL 62644

    (309) 692-5522

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    Dr. David Howes' Practice 2

    221 NE Glen Oak Ave

    Peoria, IL 61636

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

    Dr. Howes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164583993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howes?

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

    What is Dr. David Howes's specialty?

    Dr. Howes is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Havana, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. David Howes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Howes is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine - University Of Chicago Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. David Howes accepting new patients in Havana, IL?

    Yes, Dr. David Howes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Howes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howes' office at (309) 692-5522 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Howes?

    Please contact Dr. Howes' office at (309) 692-5522 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Howes' office located?

    Dr. Howes' offices are located in Havana, IL and Peoria, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Howes have?

    Dr. David Howes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.