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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howard, Internist in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. John Howard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Howard graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Philadelphia Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Howard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howard’s practice accepts Medicare 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: Philadelphia Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Louisville School Of Med | Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Howard typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Howard typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Howard may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Howard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Howard in Owensboro, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Howard's office located?
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 1356319354.
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. John Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Internist near Owensboro, KY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. John Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howard is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Howard accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?
Yes, Dr. John Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John 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 John Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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