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Dr. Nichole Downing, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Downing, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Nichole Downing, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA 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 (253) 968-5509.

    What languages does Dr. Downing speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nichole Downing may include:

    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 (253) 968-5509 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Downing accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Downing in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • First Health Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Downing's office located?

    Dr. Nichole Downing's Primary Practice

    1812 S J St Ste 120

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    (253) 968-5509

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    Dr. Nichole Downing's Practice 2

    14815 Pacific Ave S

    Tacoma, WA 98444

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    Dr. Nichole Downing's Practice 3

    4205 Kitsap Way

    Bremerton, WA 98312

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    What is Dr. Downing's NPI number?A 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 1235760745.

    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. Nichole Downing's specialty?

    Dr. Downing is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.

    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. Nichole Downing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Downing is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor 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. Nichole Downing accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Nichole Downing is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nichole Downing offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (253) 968-5509 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nichole Downing?

    Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (253) 968-5509 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Downing's office located?

    Dr. Downing's offices are located in Tacoma, WA and Bremerton, WA.