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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howells, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Charlevoix, MI?
Dr. Joseph Howells, DO is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlevoix, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Howells is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howells’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howells’s office at (253) 968-0208.
What languages does Dr. Howells speak?
Dr. Howells and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Howells treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Howells 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. Howells. 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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- Large B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8339: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C8334: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of axilla and upper limb
- C83398: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma of other extranodal and solid organ sites
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Thrombocytosis
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- High Platelet Count
- Reactive Thrombocytosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75838: Other thrombocytosis
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
- Supraglottic cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C321: Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
Also known as:
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D759: Disease of blood and blood-forming organs, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Which procedures does Dr. Howells perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Howells may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Howells' office.
Does Dr. Howells accept my insurance?
Dr. Howells accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 968-0208 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howells accept in Charlevoix, MI?
Dr. Howells in Charlevoix, MI 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)
Medicare
Other TPA
Sanford Health
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Howells' office located?
Dr. Joseph Howells' Primary Practice
14700 Lake Shore Dr
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(253) 968-0208
What is Dr. Howells's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861837304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howells?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howells
What is Dr. Joseph Howells's specialty?
Dr. Howells is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Charlevoix, MI. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Howells to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Howells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howells is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, Munson Medical Center 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
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Is Joseph Howells accepting new patients in Charlevoix, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Howells is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Howells offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howells's office at (253) 968-0208 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Howells?
Please contact Dr. Howells's office at (253) 968-0208 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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