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Dr. Karen Mcdowell, MD

Dr. Karen Mcdowell, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Baldwin Park, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdowell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baldwin Park, CA?

    Dr. Karen Mcdowell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baldwin Park, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcdowell graduated from University of California. Dr. Mcdowell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdowell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdowell’s office at (626) 851-1011.

    Where did Dr. Mcdowell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Mcdowell speak?

    Dr. Mcdowell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdowell typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcdowell 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. Mcdowell. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdowell typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Mcdowell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mcdowell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdowell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 851-1011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdowell accept in Baldwin Park, CA?

    Dr. Mcdowell in Baldwin Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Mcdowell's office located?

    Dr. Karen Mcdowell's Primary Practice

    1011 Baldwin Park Blvd

    Baldwin Park, CA 91706

    (626) 851-1011

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    Dr. Karen Mcdowell's Practice 2

    3280 E Foothill Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91107

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    Dr. Karen Mcdowell's Practice 3

    1255 W Arrow Hwy

    San Dimas, CA 91773

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    What is Dr. Mcdowell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mcdowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801963822.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdowell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdowell

    What is Dr. Karen Mcdowell's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdowell is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baldwin Park, 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 Dr. Karen Mcdowell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdowell is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Karen Mcdowell accepting new patients in Baldwin Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Mcdowell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Mcdowell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office at (626) 851-1011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Mcdowell?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office at (626) 851-1011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mcdowell's office located?

    Dr. Mcdowell's offices are located in Baldwin Park, CA, Pasadena, CA, and San Dimas, CA.