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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howard, Family Medicine Specialist in Calhoun, GA?
Dr. Kenneth Howard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Calhoun, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Howard completed his residency at Akron Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (706) 624-5100.
Where did Dr. Howard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Akron Gen Med Center
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Howard board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howard typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Howard 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. Howard. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Howard may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Howard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 624-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Calhoun, GA?
Dr. Howard in Calhoun, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Howard's Primary Practice
855 Curtis Pkwy SE
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 624-5100
What is Dr. Howard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447311238.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howard
What is Dr. Kenneth Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Calhoun, GA.
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. Kenneth Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Adventhealth Gordon, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center 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 Kenneth Howard accepting new patients in Calhoun, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (706) 624-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (706) 624-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Howard have?
Dr. Kenneth Howard is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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