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Dr. Susan Howard, MD

Hastings, NE

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Howard, Psychiatrist in Hastings, NE?

    Dr. Susan Howard, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Hastings, NE with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Howard completed her residency at Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Psychiatry; Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howard’s office.

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

    • Residency: Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Psychiatry; Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok

    Is Dr. Howard board certified as a Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Howard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Howard treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Howard 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. Howard. 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:

    • Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
    • Mood Disorder
    • DMDD
    • Severe Irritability Disorder
    • Childhood Mood Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotional and Behavior Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Emotional and Conduct Issues
    • Mixed Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional and Behavioral Distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4325: Adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct

    Does Dr. Howard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Howard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Hastings, NE?

    Dr. Howard in Hastings, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Auxiant

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Ply Gem

    • State of South Dakota

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Howard's office located?

    Dr. Susan Howard's Primary Practice

    835 S Burlington Ave Ste 108

    Hastings, NE 68901

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    Dr. Susan Howard's Practice 2

    420 W 5th St Ste 201

    Hastings, NE 68901

    (402) 462-9400

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    Dr. Susan Howard's Practice 3

    4508 38th St Ste 165

    Columbus, NE 68601

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

    Dr. Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649247107.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howard?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Howard's specialty?

    Dr. Howard is a Psychiatrist near Hastings, NE.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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    Is this Dr. Susan Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish Hospital, Mary Lanning Healthcare, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, NE 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist 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 Susan Howard accepting new patients in Hastings, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Howard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Howard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Howard?

    Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Howard have?

    Dr. Susan Howard is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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