Who is Dr. Howard, Internist in College Park, MD?
Where did Dr. Howard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Korean
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vaccine or serum allergy
- Allergy
- Vaccines
- Allergy to vaccines
- Serum hypersensitivity
- Vaccine reaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z887: Allergy status to serum and vaccine
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Birth Control Pill Check-up
- Birth Control
- Oral Contraceptive Follow-up
- Pill Prescription Check
- Contraceptive Pill Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3041: Encounter for surveillance of contraceptive pills
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Howard 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. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Biodegradable Drug Implant
- Drug Delivery Device Removal
- Permanent Drug Implant Explant
- Non-Dissolving Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11982: Removal, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 314-9610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in College Park, MD?
Dr. Howard in College Park, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins Health System
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
140 Campus Dr.
University Of Maryland Health Ctr 140 Campus Dr
College Park, MD 20742
(301) 314-9610
What 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 1508988452.
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. Joy 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.