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Dr. Paul Howard, MD

Dr. Paul Howard, MD

Troy, AL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Howard, Otolaryngologist in Troy, AL?

    Dr. Paul Howard, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Troy, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Howard completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Otolaryngology. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (808) 887-0706.

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

    • Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Otolaryngology

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx

    Is Dr. Howard board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Howard speak?

    Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Howard treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Howard 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. Howard. 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:

    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H902: Conductive hearing loss, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Middle Ear
    • Ear Infection
    • Serous otitis media
    • Ear effusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6503: Acute serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Ear Tube Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Chronic Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsillitis
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids
    • Persistent tonsil and adenoid infection
    • Long-term tonsil and adenoid inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsil and adenoid issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
    • J3503: Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Blocked Right Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax
    • Impacted Earwax Right Ear
    • Excessive Right Earwax
    • Right Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Foreign Body in Left Ear
    • Foreign Bodies
    • Something in left ear
    • Left ear foreign object
    • Ear foreign body

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T162XXA: Foreign body in left ear, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    What procedures does Dr. Howard perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Howard 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. Howard. 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:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Ear Foreign Body Removal (with General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Foreign Object Removal from Ear
    • Ear Canal Cleaning under Anesthesia
    • General Anesthesia for Ear Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 69205: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; with general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 887-0706 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Troy, AL?

    Dr. Howard in Troy, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Paul Howard's Primary Practice

    1320 Highway 231 S Ste 1AND2

    Troy, AL 36081

    (808) 887-0706

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    Dr. Paul Howard's Practice 2

    64-1035 Mamalahoa Hwy Ste J

    Kamuela, HI 96743

    (808) 887-0706

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    Dr. Paul Howard's Practice 3

    1501 W 11th Pl Ste 305

    Big Spring, TX 79720

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    What is Dr. Howard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750336244.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howard

    What is Dr. Paul Howard's specialty?

    Dr. Howard is a Otolaryngologist near Troy, AL. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Howard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Howard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Byrd Regional Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Otolaryngologist?

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    Is Paul Howard accepting new patients in Troy, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Howard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Howard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (808) 887-0706 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Howard?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (808) 887-0706 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Howard have?

    Dr. Paul Howard is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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