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Dr. Timothy Hou, MD

Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Body Imaging Specialist, Diagnostic Radiologist

Scranton, PA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hou, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Scranton, PA?

    Dr. Timothy Hou, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Hou graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Hou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hou’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office at (570) 207-3175.

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

    • Residency: Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Hou board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Hou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Hou speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Hou typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Hou 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. Hou. 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:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    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:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Hou typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Hou 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. Hou. 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:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 207-3175 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Scranton, PA?

    Dr. Hou in Scranton, PA 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hou's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Hou's Primary Practice

    700 Quincy Ave

    Scranton, PA 18510

    (570) 207-3175

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    Dr. Timothy Hou's Practice 2

    5800 Ridge Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19128

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    Dr. Timothy Hou's Practice 3

    1800 Mulberry St

    Scranton, PA 18510

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

    Dr. Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750365524.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hou?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Hou's specialty?

    Dr. Hou is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Scranton, PA.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is Dr. Timothy Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hou is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Baptist Health Lexington, Kenmore Mercy 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 Dr. Timothy Hou accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Hou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Hou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (570) 207-3175 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Hou?

    Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (570) 207-3175 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hou's office located?

    Dr. Hou's offices are located in Scranton, PA and Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Hou have?

    Dr. Timothy Hou is certified by the American Board of Radiology.