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Dr. Amy Houm, MD

Hazle Township, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Houm, Pediatrician in Hazle Township, PA?

    Dr. Amy Houm, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hazle Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Houm completed her residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Houm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houm’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houm’s office at (570) 459-9730.

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

    • Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | In University School Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus

    Is Dr. Houm board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Houm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Houm speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Houm treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Houm 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. Houm. 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:

    • Phonological Disorder
    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Childhood Stuttering
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Speech Sound Disorder
    • Articulation Disorder
    • Sound Production Disorder
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder
    • Developmental Stuttering
    • Childhood Fluency Disorder
    • Speech Disfluency in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F800: Phonological disorder
    • F801: Expressive language disorder
    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
    • F8081: Childhood onset fluency disorder

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Cleft Palate
    • Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Cleft Lip & Palate
    • Split Palate
    • Palatoschisis
    • Roof of Mouth Cleft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Oral dysphagia
    • Trouble chewing and swallowing
    • Difficulty moving food in mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Which procedures does Dr. Houm perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Houm may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Houm's office.

    Does Dr. Houm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Houm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 459-9730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Houm accept in Hazle Township, PA?

    Dr. Houm in Hazle Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Houm's office located?

    Dr. Amy Houm's Primary Practice

    426 Airport Rd Ste 134

    Hazle Township, PA 18202

    (570) 459-9730

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    Dr. Amy Houm's Practice 2

    25 Church St

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

    (570) 808-3100

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    Dr. Amy Houm's Practice 3

    35 S Mountain Blvd

    Mountain Top, PA 18707

    (570) 474-5072

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

    Dr. Houm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255313292.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houm?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Houm's specialty?

    Dr. Houm is a Pediatrician near Hazle Township, PA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Houm to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Houm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Houm is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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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    Explore Pediatrician 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 Amy Houm accepting new patients in Hazle Township, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Houm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Houm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Houm's office at (570) 459-9730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Houm?

    Please contact Dr. Houm's office at (570) 459-9730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Houm have?

    Dr. Amy Houm is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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