Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howe, Trauma Surgeon in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Thomas Howe, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Howe completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. 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.
Where did Dr. Howe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx
Is Dr. Howe board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Howe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
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 a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Howe typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
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- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Skin Fold Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Intertrigo
- Chafing rash
- Moisture rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L304: Erythema intertrigo
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Howe typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Hiatal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Paraesophageal Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Hernia Fix
CPT Codes:
- 43282: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; with implantation of mesh
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Tummy Tuck
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Abdominoplasty
- Belly Fat Removal Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal Abdomen
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 15847: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy), abdomen (eg, abdominoplasty) (includes umbilical transposition and fascial plication) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Excess Skin and Fat Removal from Hip
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Hip Lipectomy
- Hip Skin Excision
- Body Lift Hip Area
CPT Codes:
- 15834: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); hip
Also known as:
- Buttock Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Gluteal Lift
- Buttock Reshaping Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15835: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); buttock
Does Dr. Howe accept my insurance?
Dr. Howe 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. Howe accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Howe in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howe's office located?
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 1164425559.
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. Thomas Howe's specialty?
Dr. Howe is a Trauma Surgeon near Lubbock, TX.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Thomas Howe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howe is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital 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
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Is Thomas Howe accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Howe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Howe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Howe?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Howe have?
Dr. Thomas Howe is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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