25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brown, Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Howard Brown, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Islip, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Brown graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Thoracic Surgery; C J Zablocki Vet Aff Med Ctr, General Surgery; Regions Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (631) 376-4094.
Where did Dr. Brown go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Thoracic Surgery; C J Zablocki Vet Aff Med Ctr, General Surgery; Regions Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Brown board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Brown, DO is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Brown speak?
Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brown typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brown typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Brown may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Brown's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?
Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 376-4094 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Brown in West Islip, NY 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brown's office located?
What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679528707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown
What is Dr. Howard Brown's specialty?
Dr. Brown is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Islip, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Howard Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, South Shore University Hospital, St. Catherine Of Siena Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Brown accepting new patients in West Islip, NY?
Yes, Dr. Howard Brown is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Brown offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (631) 376-4094 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Brown?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (631) 376-4094 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Brown have?
Dr. Howard Brown is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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