Summary

Dr. Douglas Howerton treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and has 39 years of experience. Dr. Howerton is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and sees patients in Chesapeake, Virginia. He completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System and earned his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine. He speaks Spanish and Tagalog. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Howerton 4.1 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 39 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Cleveland Clinic Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas H Howerton has 2 locations

Capital Digestive Care Chesapeake

113 Gainsborough Sq Ste 202Chesapeake, VA 23320
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Chesapeake General Hospital

736 Battlefield Blvd NChesapeake, VA 23320

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas H Howerton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina - Medicare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - HMO
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas H Howerton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas H Howerton has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Digestive System Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pancreas inflammation (Pancreatitis)
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Douglas H Howerton holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Howerton's NPI number is 1295734283.

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Dr. Douglas Howerton speaks Spanish and Tagalog.
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