Who is Dr. Howard, Internist in Augusta, GA?
Where did Dr. Howard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Medical Center Program
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Howard board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Armenian
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Howard typically treat?
As an Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypersomnia from Medical Condition
- Sleep Disorder
- Secondary Hypersomnia
- Medical Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4714: Hypersomnia due to medical condition
Also known as:
- Narcolepsy
- Sleep Disorder
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Sudden sleep attacks
- Type 2 narcolepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G47419: Narcolepsy without cataplexy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Howard may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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) 724-3473 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Howard in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
Dr. Matthew Howard's Primary Practice
818 Saint Sebastian Way Ste 311
Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 724-3473
What hospitals are Dr. Howard affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Howard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 review
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Matthew Howard an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Howard has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Howard, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Howard's NPI number?A 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 1013046051.
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. Matthew Howard's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.