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Dr. John Howell, MD

Falls Church, VA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Falls Church, VA?

    Dr. John Howell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Howell graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Howell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howell’s office at (703) 776-3111.

    Where did Dr. Howell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine | Brooke Army Med Center | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Howell board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Howell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 Dr. Howell treat?

    As a Emergency 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.

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Which procedures does Dr. Howell perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Howell may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Howell's office.

    Does Dr. Howell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 776-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howell accept in Falls Church, VA?

    Dr. Howell in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Howell's office located?

    Dr. John Howell's Primary Practice

    3300 Gallows Rd

    Falls Church, VA 22042

    (703) 776-3111

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    Dr. John Howell's Practice 2

    4315 Chain Bridge Rd

    Fairfax, VA 22030

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    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 1609828896.

    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. John Howell's specialty?

    Dr. Howell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Falls Church, VA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Howell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Howell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Howell is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is John Howell accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?

    Yes, Dr. John Howell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Howell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howell's office at (703) 776-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Howell?

    Please contact Dr. Howell's office at (703) 776-3111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Howell have?

    Dr. John Howell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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