Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howells, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Charlevoix, MI?
What languages does Dr. Howells speak?
Dr. Howells and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Howells typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Howells typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Howells 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Forest County-Potaw Community (WI)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
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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 hospitals are Dr. Howells affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Howells has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Howells's NPI number?A 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