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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dowell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Russell Dowell, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA. Dr. Dowell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowell’s office at (510) 727-3320.
What languages does Dr. Dowell speak?
Dr. Dowell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dowell typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dowell 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. Dowell. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dowell typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Dowell may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Dowell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dowell accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 727-3320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowell accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Dowell in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dowell's office located?
Dr. Russell Dowell's Primary Practice
20103 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 727-3320
What is Dr. Dowell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730703604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowell
What is Dr. Russell Dowell's specialty?
Dr. Dowell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Castro Valley, CA.
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 this Dr. Russell Dowell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dowell is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Russell Dowell accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Dowell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Dowell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowell's office at (510) 727-3320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Dowell?
Please contact Dr. Dowell's office at (510) 727-3320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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