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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howard, Internist in Hyannis, MA?
Dr. John Howard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hyannis, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Howard completed his residency at Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Howard is fluent in English and Portuguese, 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 at (617) 533-2300.
Where did Dr. Howard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Howard board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. John Howard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howard speak?
Dr. Howard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
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 (617) 533-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howard accept in Hyannis, MA?
Dr. Howard in Hyannis, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
SS&C Health Administered Payer
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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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 1457311805.
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 Hyannis, MA.
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 Boston Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth 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 John Howard accepting new patients in Hyannis, MA?
Yes, Dr. John Howard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Howard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howard's office at (617) 533-2300 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 at (617) 533-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Howard have?
Dr. John Howard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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