21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downey, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Brian Downey, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Downey completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Cardiovascular Diseases; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Downey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downey’s office at (617) 636-5000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Downey?
Dr. Brian Downey, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Downey empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Echocardiography, Echocardiography-Transesophageal, Non-Invasive Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Downey is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Downey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tufts Medical Center, Fellow:Cardiovascular Diseases
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Cardiovascular Diseases; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine | Tufts-Ne Med Ctr | Tufts Medical Center | Tufts Medical Center
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Downey board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Downey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Downey speak?
Dr. Downey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Downey treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Downey 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. Downey. 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.
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Valve Calcification
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Calcified mitral valve ring
- Mitral annulus calcification
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I3481: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) annulus calcification
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Downey perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Downey may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Downey's office.
Does Dr. Downey accept my insurance?
Dr. Downey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downey accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Downey in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Downey's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
USA Today/Qforma Most Influential Physician--Hypertension
Fallon Clinic Frederick J. McCready Teacher of the Year
What is Dr. Downey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912984592.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downey
What is Dr. Brian Downey's specialty?
Dr. Downey is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Downey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Downey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downey is affiliated with Tufts 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 Brian Downey accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Downey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Downey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Downey?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Downey have?
Dr. Brian Downey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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