MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downing, Anesthesiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Michelle Downing, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Downing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downing’s office at (919) 681-6944.
What languages does Dr. Downing speak?
Dr. Downing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Downing typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Downing diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Downing. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Tooth Abscess
- Abscess
- Gum Disease
- Dental abscess
- Tooth infection
- Periapical infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K047: Periapical abscess without sinus
Also known as:
- Failed Labor Induction
- Childbirth Problems
- Unsuccessful Labor Induction
- Induction Failure
- Labor Induction Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O619: Failed induction of labor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Downing typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Downing performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Downing. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Downing accept my insurance?
Dr. Downing accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 681-6944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downing accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Downing in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Downing's office located?
Dr. Michelle Downing's Primary Practice
701 Princeton Ave SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
(919) 681-6944
What is Dr. Downing's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013172816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downing?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downing
What is Dr. Michelle Downing's specialty?
Dr. Downing is a Anesthesiologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Michelle Downing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downing is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Michelle Downing accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Downing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Downing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (919) 681-6944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Downing?
Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (919) 681-6944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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