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Who is Dr. Howard, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alpine, TX?
Dr. James Howard, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alpine, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Family Medicine. 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.
Is Dr. Howard board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Family 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 Dr. Howard treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
- Novel Flu with Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Howard perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Howard may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Howard's office.
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 Alpine, TX?
Dr. Howard in Alpine, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
El Paso First Health Plans
Medicare
MedImpact
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1881654408.
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. James Howard's specialty?
Dr. Howard is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alpine, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Howard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Howard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Howard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Las Palmas Medical Center, Big Bend Regional Medical Center, El Paso Childrens Hospital, The Hospitals Of Providence - Horizon City Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is James Howard accepting new patients in Alpine, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James 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 James Howard?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Howard have?
Dr. James Howard is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Family Medicine.
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