Summary

James G. Howell, MD, does right by his patients to help solve their health problems as a general surgeon.  

A native of Louisiana, Dr. Howell is a graduate of LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans School of Medicine. His clinical internship and residency were at the Shreveport campus. Dr. Howell is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Married and the father of six, Dr. Howell loves fishing, cooking, painting and sports.  

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Office Location

Willis Knighton Bossier Surgical Associates

2400 Hospital Dr Ste 250Bossier City, LA 71111
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James G. Howell

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
  • Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
  • First Health
  • GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
  • Gilsbar
  • Health Plus of Louisiana
  • Healthy Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana Choice PPO
  • Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
  • IMA of Louisiana
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Louisiana Medicaid
  • Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (Aetna)
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Medicare Traditional Part B

Medical Specialties

Dr. James G. Howell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James G. Howell has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine

Internship

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine

Medical School

LSU Medical Center in New Orleans

Other Providers at Willis-Knighton Health System

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. James Howell's office located?
Dr. James Howell's office is located at 2400 Hospital Dr Ste 250, Bossier City, LA, 71111.
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Does Dr. James Howell accept my insurance?
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