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Who is Dr. Howard, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Donald Howard, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office at (509) 353-3960.
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Howard typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Narcolepsy
- Narcolepsy with Cataplexy
- Sleep Disorder
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Sudden sleep attacks
- Type 2 narcolepsy
- Sudden Sleep Attacks with Muscle Weakness
- Daytime Sleepiness with Cataplexy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G47419: Narcolepsy without cataplexy
- G47411: Narcolepsy with cataplexy
Also known as:
- Other Hypersomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Unspecified Hypersomnia
- Different Types of Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4719: Other hypersomnia
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness with Long Sleep
- Sleep Disorder
- Idiopathic hypersomnia
- Long sleeper syndrome
- Unexplained excessive sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4711: Idiopathic hypersomnia with long sleep time
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Howard may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Howard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 353-3960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Howard in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Selman and company
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
Dr. Donald Howard's Primary Practice
9631 N Nevada St Ste 300
Spokane, WA 99218
(509) 353-3960
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 1376590778.
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. Donald Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Spokane, WA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Donald Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Howard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Howard accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Donald Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (509) 353-3960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (509) 353-3960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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