Justin R. Howard
Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Justin R. Howard

Gastroenterology
909 Fulton Street Southeast, Floor 4, 
Minneapolis, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
3
conditions
909 Fulton Street Southeast, Floor 4, 
Minneapolis, MN 

Overview

Justin Howard is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dr. Howard is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Howard is board certified in Gastroenterology: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2015. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology: American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2015

Fellowships

University of Minnesota Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology - 2014

Hospital Affiliations

Fairview Lakes Health Services
M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center
M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital
M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Net

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Itasca Medical Care
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Metropolitan Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
PreferredOne
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Sanford
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

M Health Fairview Gastroenterology Clinic Minneapolis
909 Fulton Street Southeast, Floor 4, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

5 Total Publications

An Example of Cascade Stomach.
An Example of Cascade Stomach.
Journal: ACG case reports journal
Published: April 26, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Justin R. Howard

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Justin R. Howard by calling their office at 612-624-9709. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Justin R. Howard a top-rated expert for Ulcerative Colitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Justin R. Howard is classified as an Advanced expert for Ulcerative Colitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Justin R. Howard specialize in?

While Dr. Justin R. Howard is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Justin R. Howard participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Justin R. Howard has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ulcerative Colitis. You can view a list of Dr. Justin R. Howard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Justin R. Howard accept my insurance?

Dr. Justin R. Howard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 612-624-9709 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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