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Dr. Jeffrey Howe, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Elkhart, IN

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howe, Family Medicine Specialist in Elkhart, IN?

    Dr. Jeffrey Howe, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Howe graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph'S Reg M C-S Bend, Family Medicine. Dr. Howe is fluent in English, 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 (574) 264-9635.

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

    • Residency: St Joseph'S Reg M C-S Bend, Family Medicine | St Joseph's Regional Medical Center (South Bend) Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Howe board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Howe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Howe speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howe typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Howe typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Howe may include:

    Please contact Dr. Howe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Howe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 264-9635 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howe accept in Elkhart, IN?

    Dr. Howe in Elkhart, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Howe's office located?

    Beacon Medical Group Elkhart East

    3301 County Road 6 E

    Elkhart, IN 46514

    (574) 264-9635

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    What is Dr. Howe's NPI number?A 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 1750380424.

    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. Jeffrey Howe's specialty?

    Dr. Howe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elkhart, IN.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Jeffrey Howe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Howe is affiliated with Elkhart General Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Parkview Regional 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Jeffrey Howe accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Howe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Howe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (574) 264-9635 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Howe?

    Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (574) 264-9635 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Howe's office located?

    Dr. Howe's office is located in Elkhart, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Howe have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Howe is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.