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Who is Dr. Howington, Neurosurgeon in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Jay Howington, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Howington graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Lenox Hill Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Howington is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howington’s office at (912) 355-1010.
Where did Dr. Howington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Lenox Hill Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Howington board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jay Howington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Howington speak?
Dr. Howington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Howington typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Howington 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. Howington. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6203: Nontraumatic chronic subdural hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Howington typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Howington 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. Howington. 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:
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Selective Brain Artery Catheterization with Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Intracranial Catheter Placement
- Brain Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 36228: Selective catheter placement, each intracranial branch of the internal carotid or vertebral arteries, unilateral, with angiography of the selected vessel circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (eg, middle cerebral artery, posterior inferior cerebellar artery) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Neck Artery X-ray
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
- 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
- Neurovascular embolization
- Intracranial vessel occlusion
- Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- 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)
- 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
Does Dr. Howington accept my insurance?
Dr. Howington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 355-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howington accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Howington in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howington's office located?
What is Dr. Howington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326037367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howington
What is Dr. Jay Howington's specialty?
Dr. Howington is a Neurosurgeon near Savannah, GA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Jay Howington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howington is affiliated with Memorial Health, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Candler Hospital, Memorial Satilla Health, Fairview Park Hospital, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall 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 Jay Howington accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Howington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Howington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howington's office at (912) 355-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Howington?
Please contact Dr. Howington's office at (912) 355-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Howington have?
Dr. Jay Howington is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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