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Who is Dr. Howard, Cardiologist in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Richard Howard, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Frederick, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Howard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (717) 339-3105.
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Howard treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Which procedures does Dr. Howard perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Howard may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (717) 339-3105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Howard in Frederick, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
Dr. Richard Howard's Primary Practice
74 Thomas Johnson Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(717) 339-3105
Dr. Richard Howard's Practice 2
450 S Washington St Ste A
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 339-3105
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 1447249255.
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. Richard Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Cardiologist near Frederick, MD. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Howard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Howard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Prairie Lakes Healthcare System. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Richard Howard accepting new patients in Frederick, MD?
Yes, Dr. Richard Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (717) 339-3105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (717) 339-3105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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