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Dr. Richard Howells II, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

3.9 (15)

Altoona, PA

Accepting new patients

28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Richard Howells II, MD

Dr. Richard Howells II, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Altoona, PA. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. They graduated from West Virginia University and is affiliated with Upmc Altoona, Penn Highlands Huntingdon and Conemaugh Nason Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Howells II an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Howells II works at Practice in Altoona, PA with other offices in Huntingdon, PA and Roaring Spring, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Chronic Sinusitis, Sinusitis and Nonsuppurative Otitis Media along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Howells II' Office Locations

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Ear Nose and Throat Associates of Central PA PC
3341 Beale Ave, Altoona, PA 16601 Directions (814) 944-5357
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Penn Highlands Huntingdon
1225 Warm Springs Ave, Huntingdon, PA 16652 Directions (866) 641-9550
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Nason Hospital
105 Nason Dr, Roaring Spring, PA 16673 Directions (814) 944-5357

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Upmc Altoona
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Conemaugh Nason Medical Center

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About Dr. Richard Howells II, MD

Specialties*

Ear, Nose, and Throat
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Years of Experience

28 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English

NPI Number

1720085814

Education & Certifications

Medical Education

West Virginia University

Board Certifications

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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Is Dr. Richard Howells II, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Richard Howells II, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Howells II is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Richard Howells II, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Howells II accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Richard Howells II, MD offer telehealth services?

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What practice does Dr. Richard Howells II, MD work with?

Dr. Howells II works at Practice in Altoona, PA with other offices in Huntingdon, PA and Roaring Spring, PA. View the full addresses on Dr. Howells II’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Richard Howells II, MD treats?

Dr. Howells II has seen patients for Chronic Sinusitis, Sinusitis and Nonsuppurative Otitis Media, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Howells II on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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Dr. Richard Howells II, MD

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