Dr. Howard accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
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- Critical Care Surgeons
- MO
- Kansas City
- Dr. James Howard, MD
Overview of Dr. James Howard, MD
Dr. James Howard, MD is a Critical Care Surgery Specialist in Kansas City, MO. They specialize in Critical Care Surgery, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Surgery. They graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine and is affiliated with Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Banner North Colorado Medical Center and UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central.
Dr. Howard works at
Dr. Howard's Office Locations
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Truman Inpatient Psych Unit2301 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64108 Directions (816) 404-0099
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University of Kansas Hospital Transplant Center3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160 Directions (913) 588-6124
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Office1400 E Boulder St Ste 500, Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Directions (719) 364-4120
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Lutheran Hospital of Indiana Lab7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 Directions (260) 969-7121
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Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Overland Park Regional Medical Center
- Banner North Colorado Medical Center
- UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central
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About Dr. James Howard, MD
- Critical Care Surgery
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- 20 years of experience
- English
- 1205956919
Education & Certifications
- University of Kansas School of Medicine
- Critical Care Surgery and General Surgery
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