27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dowdy, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Beaumont, TX?
Dr. Christopher Dowdy, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Beaumont, TX. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Dowdy graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Dowdy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowdy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowdy’s office at (409) 833-5790.
Where did Dr. Dowdy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Dowdy board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dowdy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Dowdy speak?
Dr. Dowdy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Dowdy treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dowdy 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. Dowdy. 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09893: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Secondary Amenorrhea
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Absent Periods (Secondary)
- Stopped Periods
- No Periods After Starting
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
- N911: Secondary amenorrhea
Also known as:
- Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
- Managing other complex pregnancies
- Special care for high-risk pregnancy
- Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09892: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester
- O09891: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, first trimester
Also known as:
- Preterm Labor
- Premature Labor
- Early Labor
- Threatened Preterm Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6003: Preterm labor without delivery, third trimester
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Routine IUD Check-up
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Regular IUD Check
- Intrauterine Device Routine Exam
- IUD Follow-up Visit
- Intrauterine Device Extraction
- Taking out IUD
- Removing an IUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30431: Encounter for routine checking of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z30432: Encounter for removal of intrauterine contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Preterm Labor
- Premature labor
- Early labor
- Threatened premature birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6023X0: Term delivery with preterm labor, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- IUD Prescription
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine Device Prescription
- Birth Control Coil
- Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30014: Encounter for initial prescription of intrauterine contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Routine Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After-birth Follow-up
- Postnatal Care Visit
- Maternal Postpartum Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
What procedures does Dr. Dowdy perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dowdy 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. Dowdy. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Uterine Lining Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Uterine Biopsy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Hysterectomy with Tube/Ovary Removal
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Hysterectomy with Ovaries/Tubes Removed
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Keyhole partial hysterectomy
- Minimally invasive supracervical hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic uterus removal with ovaries/tubes
- Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH)
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy with Adnexectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with Oophorectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy with Salpingo-Oophorectomy
CPT Codes:
- 58542: Laparoscopy, surgical, supracervical hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58552: Laparoscopy, surgical, with vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Colposcopy of Cervix and Vagina
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Colposcopy
- Vaginal Colposcopy
- Cervix and Vagina Exam
- Magnified Cervical Exam
CPT Codes:
- 57452: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina;
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After Birth Care
- Maternity Follow-up
- Postnatal Care
CPT Codes:
- 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Does Dr. Dowdy accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowdy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 833-5790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowdy accept in Beaumont, TX?
Dr. Dowdy in Beaumont, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dowdy's office located?
Dr. Christopher Dowdy's Primary Practice
3070 College St Ste 207
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 833-5790
What is Dr. Dowdy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowdy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215033881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowdy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowdy
What is Dr. Christopher Dowdy's specialty?
Dr. Dowdy is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Beaumont, TX. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Dowdy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Dowdy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dowdy is affiliated with CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital 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 Christopher Dowdy accepting new patients in Beaumont, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dowdy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Dowdy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowdy's office at (409) 833-5790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dowdy?
Please contact Dr. Dowdy's office at (409) 833-5790 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Dowdy have?
Dr. Christopher Dowdy is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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