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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howe, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Anderson, IN?
Dr. Charles Howe, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Anderson, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Howe graduated from St. George's University of London and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Howe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howe’s office at (765) 298-4545.
Where did Dr. Howe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
Medical School: University College, University of London,London, United Kingdom | St. George's University of London
Is Dr. Howe board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Howe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Howe speak?
Dr. Howe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Howe treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Howe 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. Howe. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Howe perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Howe 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. Howe. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Implanted Pain Pump Management
- Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
- Epidural Pump Refill
- Pain Pump Evaluation
- Drug Infusion Pump Management
CPT Codes:
- 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Howe accept my insurance?
Dr. Howe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 298-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howe accept in Anderson, IN?
Dr. Howe in Anderson, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
MyTruAdvantage
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Howe's office located?
Dr. Charles Howe's Primary Practice
1210 Medical Arts Blvd Ste 114
Anderson, IN 46011
(765) 298-4545
What is Dr. Howe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568493096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howe
What is Dr. Charles Howe's specialty?
Dr. Howe is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Anderson, IN. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Howe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Howe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howe is affiliated with Hancock Regional Hospital 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
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Is Charles Howe accepting new patients in Anderson, IN?
Yes, Dr. Charles Howe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Howe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (765) 298-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Howe?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (765) 298-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Howe have?
Dr. Charles Howe is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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