Dr. Lori Howell, MD

Portland, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Howell, Plastic Surgeon in Portland, OR?

Dr. Lori Howell, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Howell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howell’s office at (503) 494-6687.

What languages does Dr. Howell speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Howell typically treat?

As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Howell 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. Howell. 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:

Cleft Hard and Soft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
Cleft Lip and Palate
Cleft Lip & Palate
Unilateral Cleft Lip with Complete Palate Cleft
One-sided Cleft Lip with Hard and Soft Palate
Complete Palate Cleft with Single Lip Cleft
One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
Single Cleft Lip and Palate
Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft

ICD-10 Codes:

Q375: Cleft hard and soft palate with unilateral cleft lip
Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip

Also known as:

Speech Problems
Speech and Communication Disorder
Speech difficulties
Communication issues
Talking problems

ICD-10 Codes:

R479: Unspecified speech disturbances

What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Howell typically perform?

As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Howell performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Howell. 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:

Individual Speech and Language Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Voice Therapy
Communication Disorder Treatment
Auditory Processing Therapy

CPT Codes:

92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

Does Dr. Howell accept my insurance?

Dr. Howell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-6687 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Howell accept in Portland, OR?

Dr. Howell in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Advanced Health
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Moda Health
PacificSource
Samaritan Health Services
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Howell's office located?

Dr. Lori Howell's Primary Practice

3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd

Portland, OR 97239

(503) 494-6687

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Dr. Lori Howell's Practice 2

3303 S Bond Ave

Portland, OR 97239

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Dr. Lori Howell's Practice 3

15700 SW Greystone Ct

Beaverton, OR 97006

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What hospitals are Dr. Howell affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Howell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Samaritan Albany General Hospital,Albany, OR

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Ohsu Hospital - Portland,Portland, OR

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Shriners Childrens Portland,Portland, OR

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

Dr. Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992955090.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howell?

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

What is Dr. Lori Howell's specialty?

Dr. Howell is a Plastic Surgeon near Portland, OR.

What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

Is Dr. Lori Howell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Howell is affiliated with Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Ohsu Hospital - Portland 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

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