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Dr. Shannon Howe, MD

Rheumatology*
4.0 (45)
Map Pin Small Tucson, AZ
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Shannon Howe, MD

Dr. Shannon Howe, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Tucson, AZ. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center. Dr. Howe, completed a residency at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics. Patients rated Dr. Howe an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Howe works at Arthritis Associates in Tucson, AZ. They frequently treat conditions like Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Arthritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Howe's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Tmc
    1396 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (520) 420-2250
  2. 2
    Arthritis Associates
    2102 N Country Club Rd Ste 3, Tucson, AZ 85716 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (520) 721-5316

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  • Tucson Medical Center

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Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pain
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Gout
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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Felty's Syndrome
Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Infective Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Disorders
Limb Swelling
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Post-Viral Disorder
Pulmonary Disease
Raynaud's Disease
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Scleroderma
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Still's Disease
Systemic Sclerosis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Vascular Disease
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Joint Drainage
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    • Aetna
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    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    • Commercial Insurance Company
    • Coventry Health Care
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    4.0
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    About Dr. Shannon Howe, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1316986094
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Shands Hospital at the University of Florida|University Of Florida
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Dr. Howe has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Howe has seen patients for Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Arthritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Howe on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    45 patients have reviewed Dr. Howe. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Howe.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Howe, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Howe appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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