Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howard, Otolaryngologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Brittany Howard, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (480) 342-2000.
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Howard treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Bilateral Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
- Both Sides Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Facial Contractions (both sides)
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
- G5133: Clonic hemifacial spasm, bilateral
Also known as:
- Bell's Palsy
- Idiopathic Facial Paralysis
- Acute Facial Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G510: Bell's palsy
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Nose
- Nasal SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Nose
- Nose Skin Malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44321: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Facial Cancer
- Malignant Head and Neck Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck
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:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Cosmetic Procedures
- Aesthetic Surgery
- Body Enhancement Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z428: Encounter for other plastic and reconstructive surgery following medical procedure or healed injury
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Acquired Nose Deformity
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nose shape change
- Deformed nose
- Nasal deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M950: Acquired deformity of nose
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
Which procedures does Dr. Howard perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brittany Howard may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Howard's office.
Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 342-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Howard in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
New Era Life Insurance
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
Dr. Brittany Howard's Primary Practice
13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 342-2000
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 1235458001.
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. Brittany Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Otolaryngologist near Scottsdale, AZ. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Howard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brittany Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital 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
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Is Brittany Howard accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Brittany Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brittany Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (480) 342-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brittany Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (480) 342-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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