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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downen, Hospitalist in Salina, KS?
Dr. Alan Downen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Salina, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Downen is currently affiliated with Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital. Dr. Downen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Downen speak?
Dr. Downen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Downen typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Downen 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. Downen. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Downen typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Downen may include:
Please contact Dr. Downen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Downen accept my insurance?
Dr. Downen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downen accept in Salina, KS?
Dr. Downen in Salina, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Downen's office located?
What is Dr. Downen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083052211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downen
What is Dr. Alan Downen's specialty?
Dr. Downen is a Hospitalist near Salina, KS.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Alan Downen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downen is affiliated with Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Salina Regional Health Center, Wesley 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
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Is Alan Downen accepting new patients in Salina, KS?
Yes, Dr. Alan Downen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Downen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Downen?
Please contact Dr. Downen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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