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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howe, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Katherine Howe, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Howe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howe’s office at (970) 248-5880.
Where did Dr. Howe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Howe speak?
Dr. Howe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Howe treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Howe 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. Howe. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hazardous Body Fluid Exposure
- Infection Control
- Bloodborne pathogen exposure
- Infectious fluid contact
- Biohazard exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7721: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to potentially hazardous body fluids
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Howe perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Howe may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Howe's office.
Does Dr. Howe accept my insurance?
Dr. Howe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 248-5880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howe accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Howe in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Howe's office located?
Dr. Katherine Howe's Primary Practice
735 White Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 248-5880
What is Dr. Howe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700846318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howe
What is Dr. Katherine Howe's specialty?
Dr. Howe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Junction, CO. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Howe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katherine Howe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howe is affiliated with Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Katherine Howe accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Howe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Howe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (970) 248-5880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Howe?
Please contact Dr. Howe's office at (970) 248-5880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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