FREDERICK K. HOUWEN M.D. – NPI #1962723676
Surgery
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
FREDERICK HOUWEN is a surgeon located in IOWA CITY, IA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1962723676 to FREDERICK HOUWEN on June 16, 2010. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 208600000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Surgery.
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NPI Profile for
FREDERICK K. HOUWEN
(about 16 years ago)
C123 GENERAL HOSPITAL UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HOSPITAL AND C
IOWA CITY, IA 52242 Phone: (319) 356-2256 Fax:
NORTH LIBERTY, IA 52317-7802 Phone: (319) 594-9333 Fax:
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| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 208600000X - Surgery (Primary) |
IA | R8904 |
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