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Dr. Joshua Dowling, MD

Dr. Joshua Dowling, MD

Saint Louis, MO

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dowling, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Joshua Dowling, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Dowling graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Louis Childrens Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Dowling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowling’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowling’s office at (314) 362-3577.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dowling?

    Dr. Joshua Dowling, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dowling empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Epilepsy, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, Movement Disorders, Trigeminal Neuralgia, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis/MO community, Dr. Dowling is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Stereotatic and Functional Neurological Surgery, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, Oregon

    • Residency: St Louis Childrens Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery | Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis | Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis | Mercy Hospital (St Louis) Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dowling board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Dowling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Dowling speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dowling treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dowling 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. Dowling. 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:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Management
    • Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
    • Implantable Neurostimulator Care
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Does Dr. Dowling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dowling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-3577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dowling accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Dowling in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Dowling's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Dowling's Primary Practice

    4921 Parkview Pl

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

    (314) 362-3577

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    Dr. Joshua Dowling's Practice 2

    660 S Euclid Ave # 5057

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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    Dr. Joshua Dowling's Practice 3

    4500 Forest Park Ave Ste 1B

    Saint Louis, MO 63108

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

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

    Dr. Dowling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710905443.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowling?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Dowling's specialty?

    Dr. Dowling is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Dowling to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Dowling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dowling is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish 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 Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Joshua Dowling accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Dowling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Dowling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dowling's office at (314) 362-3577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Dowling?

    Please contact Dr. Dowling's office at (314) 362-3577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Dowling have?

    Dr. Joshua Dowling is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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