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Dr. William Downes, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Sarasota, FL

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Downes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. William Downes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Downes graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Downes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downes’s office at (813) 909-1822.

    Where did Dr. Downes go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    What languages does Dr. Downes speak?

    Dr. Downes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downes typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Downes 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. Downes. 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:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downes typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Downes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Downes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Downes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Downes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 909-1822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Downes accept in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Downes in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Downes' office located?

    Dr. William Downes' Primary Practice

    6331 S Tamiami Trl # 1

    Sarasota, FL 34231

    (813) 909-1822

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    Dr. William Downes' Practice 2

    22945 State Road 54

    Lutz, FL 33549

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    What hospitals are Dr. Downes affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Downes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus,North Venice, FL

    What is Dr. Downes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Downes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396932364.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downes?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downes

    What is Dr. William Downes's specialty?

    Dr. Downes is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sarasota, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. William Downes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Downes is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. William Downes accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?

    Yes, Dr. William Downes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Downes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Downes' office at (813) 909-1822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Downes?

    Please contact Dr. Downes' office at (813) 909-1822 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Downes' office located?

    Dr. Downes' offices are located in Sarasota, FL and Lutz, FL.