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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houghton, Cardiologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Damon Houghton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. Dr. Houghton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houghton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houghton’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Houghton speak?
Dr. Houghton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Houghton treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Houghton 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. Houghton. 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:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg
- Pulmonary Embolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism
Also known as:
- History of Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Past Lung Blood Clot
- Previous PE
- History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Houghton perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Damon Houghton may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Houghton's office.
Does Dr. Houghton accept my insurance?
Dr. Houghton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houghton accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Houghton in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Houghton's office located?
What is Dr. Houghton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houghton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043519507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houghton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houghton
What is Dr. Damon Houghton's specialty?
Dr. Houghton is a Cardiologist near Rochester, MN. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Houghton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Damon Houghton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houghton is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Damon Houghton accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Damon Houghton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Damon Houghton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houghton's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Damon Houghton?
Please contact Dr. Houghton's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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