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Who is Dr. Dowlen, Internist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Hugh Dowlen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dowlen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowlen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowlen’s office at (336) 716-7359.
What languages does Dr. Dowlen speak?
Dr. Dowlen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dowlen treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Dowlen 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. Dowlen. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Which procedures does Dr. Dowlen perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hugh Dowlen may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dowlen's office.
Does Dr. Dowlen accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowlen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-7359 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowlen accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Dowlen in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dowlen's office located?
What is Dr. Dowlen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowlen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184018202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowlen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowlen
What is Dr. Hugh Dowlen's specialty?
Dr. Dowlen is a Internist near Winston Salem, NC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Dowlen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Hugh Dowlen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dowlen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?
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Is Hugh Dowlen accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Dowlen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugh Dowlen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowlen's office at (336) 716-7359 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugh Dowlen?
Please contact Dr. Dowlen's office at (336) 716-7359 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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