Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howard, Surgical Oncologist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. John Howard, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Howard graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office.
Where did Dr. Howard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Howard board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. John Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Howard typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, 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:
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Right Leg Melanoma
- Right Hip Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb Melanoma
- Right Arm Melanoma
- Right Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
- C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Melanoma
- Melanoma Skin Cancer
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Complex Wound Repair (Additional Area)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
- Extensive Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Scalp/Limbs)
- Complex Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13122: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Howard in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
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 1952515736.
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. John Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Surgical Oncologist near Mobile, AL.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. John Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Usa Health University Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is John Howard accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Howard have?
Dr. John Howard is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Other Surgical Oncologist Near Mobile, AL
NB
Surgical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Natalie Bath, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations.
Mobile, AL
Surgical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Joe Liles, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations.
Mobile, AL
Surgical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Rachel Hunter, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations.
Mobile, AL