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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downes, Family Medicine Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Christopher Downes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Downes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downes’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downes’s office at (702) 952-9171.
Where did Dr. Downes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Downes speak?
Dr. Downes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Downes treat?
As a Family 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.
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Downes perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Downes may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Downes' office.
Does Dr. Downes accept my insurance?
Dr. Downes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 952-9171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downes accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Downes in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Downes' office located?
Dr. Christopher Downes' Primary Practice
6355 S Buffalo Dr Fl 3
Las Vegas, NV 89113
(702) 952-9171
Dr. Christopher Downes' Practice 2
1000 S Rainbow Blvd Ste A
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 952-9171
What is Dr. Downes's NPI number?An 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 1881822328.
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. Christopher Downes's specialty?
Dr. Downes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Contact Dr. Downes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Downes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downes is affiliated with Mountainview 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christopher Downes accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Downes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Downes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downes's office at (702) 952-9171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Downes?
Please contact Dr. Downes's office at (702) 952-9171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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