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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houk, Internist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Laura Houk, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. Dr. Houk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houk’s office at (808) 586-2890.
What languages does Dr. Houk speak?
Dr. Houk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Houk typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Houk 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. Houk. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Houk typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Houk 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. Houk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Houk accept my insurance?
Dr. Houk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 586-2890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houk accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Houk in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AlohaCare
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Houk's office located?
Dr. Laura Houk's Primary Practice
1329 Lusitana St Ste 503
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 586-2890
What is Dr. Houk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619473758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houk
What is Dr. Laura Houk's specialty?
Dr. Houk is a Internist near Honolulu, HI.
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.
Is this Dr. Laura Houk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houk is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Houk accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Laura Houk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Houk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houk's office at (808) 586-2890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Houk?
Please contact Dr. Houk's office at (808) 586-2890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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