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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downing, Family Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Billie Downing, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Downing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downing’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downing’s office at (301) 497-1820.
What languages does Dr. Downing speak?
Dr. Downing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downing typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Downing 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. Downing. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downing typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Billie Downing may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Downing's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Downing accept my insurance?
Dr. Downing accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 497-1820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downing accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Downing in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Downing's office located?
Dr. Billie Downing's Primary Practice
2139 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
(301) 497-1820
What is Dr. Downing's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619122116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downing?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downing
What is Dr. Billie Downing's specialty?
Dr. Downing is a Family Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
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. Billie Downing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downing is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Billie Downing accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Billie Downing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Billie Downing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (301) 497-1820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Billie Downing?
Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (301) 497-1820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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