Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howell, Family Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. James Howell, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Howell graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Howell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howell’s office at (865) 584-2146.
Where did Dr. Howell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicin--Erie | Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Howell board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Howell, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howell speak?
Dr. Howell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howell typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Howell 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. Howell. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howell typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Howell may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Howell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Howell accept my insurance?
Dr. Howell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 584-2146 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howell accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Howell in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howell's office located?
Dr. James Howell's Primary Practice
1300 Old Weisgarber Rd
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 584-2146
What is Dr. Howell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831372390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howell
What is Dr. James Howell's specialty?
Dr. Howell is a Family Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. James Howell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howell is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Howell accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Howell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Howell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howell's office at (865) 584-2146 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Howell?
Please contact Dr. Howell's office at (865) 584-2146 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Howell have?
Dr. James Howell is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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