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Who is Dr. Huang, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Howard Huang, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Huang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huang’s office at (214) 820-1474.
Where did Dr. Huang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Huang board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Huang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Huang speak?
Dr. Huang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Huang typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Huang 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. Huang. 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:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Huang typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Huang 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. Huang. 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:
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Pulmonary Stress Test
- Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
- Lung Function Tests
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
- Lung Stress Test
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Breathing Stress Test
- Body Plethysmography
- Lung Volume Measurement
- Airway Resistance Test
CPT Codes:
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed
- 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Extracorporeal Photopheresis
- ECP Treatment
- Photopheresis Therapy
- Blood Light Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36522: Photopheresis, extracorporeal
Does Dr. Huang accept my insurance?
Dr. Huang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 820-1474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huang accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Huang in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Huang's office located?
What is Dr. Huang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396896189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huang
What is Dr. Howard Huang's specialty?
Dr. Huang is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Howard Huang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Huang is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital 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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Is Howard Huang accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Howard Huang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Huang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huang's office at (214) 820-1474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Huang?
Please contact Dr. Huang's office at (214) 820-1474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Huang have?
Dr. Howard Huang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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