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Dr. Frank Honkanen, MD

Huntsville, AL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Honkanen, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Frank Honkanen, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Honkanen graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Honkanen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Honkanen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Honkanen’s office at (256) 253-0624.

    Where did Dr. Honkanen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Duke University Hospital | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Honkanen board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Honkanen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Honkanen speak?

    Dr. Honkanen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Honkanen treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Honkanen 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. Honkanen. 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with gallbladder inflammation without blockage
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Cholecystitis with gallstones, no obstruction
    • Gallbladder inflammation from stones, unblocked
    • Non-obstructive cholecystitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8018: Calculus of gallbladder with other cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N938: Other specified abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • Skin Malignancy
    • Skin Neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4490: Unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma of uterus
    • Myoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Uterine leiomyoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Miscarriage
    • Spontaneous abortion
    • Early pregnancy loss
    • Fetal loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O039: Complete or unspecified spontaneous abortion without complication

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Lipoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Fatty tumor
    • Fatty lump
    • Benign fatty growth
    • Adipose tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D179: Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Does Dr. Honkanen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Honkanen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 253-0624 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Honkanen accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Honkanen in Huntsville, AL 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

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Honkanen's office located?

    Dr. Frank Honkanen's Primary Practice

    2904 Westcorp Blvd SW

    Huntsville, AL 35805

    (256) 253-0624

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    Dr. Frank Honkanen's Practice 2

    700 W Market St

    Athens, AL 35611

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    Dr. Frank Honkanen's Practice 3

    101 Sivley Rd SW

    Huntsville, AL 35801

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    What is Dr. Honkanen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Honkanen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184628034.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Honkanen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Honkanen

    What is Dr. Frank Honkanen's specialty?

    Dr. Honkanen is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Huntsville, AL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Honkanen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Frank Honkanen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Honkanen is affiliated with Huntsville 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Frank Honkanen accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Honkanen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frank Honkanen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Honkanen's office at (256) 253-0624 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Frank Honkanen?

    Please contact Dr. Honkanen's office at (256) 253-0624 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Frank Honkanen have?

    Dr. Frank Honkanen is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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