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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downey, Family Medicine Specialist in West Burlington, IA?
Dr. Walter Downey, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Burlington, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Downey completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Coll Of Med, Family Practice. Dr. Downey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downey’s office at (319) 754-4242.
Where did Dr. Downey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ky Coll Of Med, Family Practice
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi
What languages does Dr. Downey speak?
Dr. Downey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downey typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downey typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Downey may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Downey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Downey accept my insurance?
Dr. Downey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 754-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downey accept in West Burlington, IA?
Dr. Downey in West Burlington, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Downey's office located?
Dr. Walter Downey's Primary Practice
1201 W Agency Rd
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 754-4242
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 1407967011.
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. Walter Downey's specialty?
Dr. Downey is a Family Medicine Specialist near West Burlington, IA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Walter Downey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downey is affiliated with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus, Great River Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walter Downey accepting new patients in West Burlington, IA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Downey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Downey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (319) 754-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Downey?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (319) 754-4242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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