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Who is Dr. Howard, Internist in Palmyra, VA?
Dr. Laura Howard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palmyra, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (434) 654-4680.
Is Dr. Howard board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Laura 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:
English
What conditions does Dr. Howard treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Howard perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laura 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
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 (434) 654-4680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Palmyra, VA?
Dr. Howard in Palmyra, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
Steward Health Choice
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
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 1942413109.
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. Laura Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Internist near Palmyra, VA.
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.
Contact Dr. Howard to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Laura 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: Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. 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 Internist?
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Is Laura Howard accepting new patients in Palmyra, VA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (434) 654-4680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (434) 654-4680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Howard have?
Dr. Laura Howard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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