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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Townes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. David Townes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Townes graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Townes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townes’s office at (206) 520-5000.
Where did Dr. Townes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Mercy Hospital and Med Center | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Townes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Townes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Townes speak?
Dr. Townes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Townes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Townes 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. Townes. 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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Townes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Townes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Townes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Townes accept my insurance?
Dr. Townes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townes accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Townes in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Townes' office located?
What is Dr. Townes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346382108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townes
What is Dr. David Townes's specialty?
Dr. Townes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Seattle, 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 this Dr. David Townes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townes is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, Valley Medical Center, Swedish First Hill Campus, Overlake Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Townes accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. David Townes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Townes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townes's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Townes?
Please contact Dr. Townes's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Townes have?
Dr. David Townes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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