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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howd, Internist in Morris, IL?
Dr. Dana Howd, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morris, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Howd graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Howd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howd’s office.
Where did Dr. Howd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Howd board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dana Howd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Howd speak?
Dr. Howd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Howd treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Howd 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. Howd. 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:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Which procedures does Dr. Howd perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dana Howd may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Howd's office.
Does Dr. Howd accept my insurance?
Dr. Howd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howd accept in Morris, IL?
Dr. Howd in Morris, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Group Administrators Ltd
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Howd's office located?
What is Dr. Howd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225083736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howd
What is Dr. Dana Howd's specialty?
Dr. Howd is a Internist near Morris, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Howd to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Dana Howd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howd is affiliated with Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers 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 Internist?
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Is Dana Howd accepting new patients in Morris, IL?
Yes, Dr. Dana Howd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Howd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howd's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Howd?
Please contact Dr. Howd's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dana Howd have?
Dr. Dana Howd is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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