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34 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Downey, Internist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Susan Downey, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Downey completed her residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Downey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downey’s office at (559) 499-1233.
Where did Dr. Downey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
What languages does Dr. Downey speak?
Dr. Downey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Downey typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Downey 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. Downey. 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Downey typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Downey performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Downey. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Downey accept my insurance?
Dr. Downey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 499-1233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downey accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Downey in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Downey's office located?
Dr. Susan Downey's Primary Practice
685 W Alluvial Ave Ste 103
Fresno, CA 93711
(559) 499-1233
What is Dr. Downey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750300661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downey
What is Dr. Susan Downey's specialty?
Dr. Downey is a Internist near Fresno, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Susan Downey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Downey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - French Hospital 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
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Is Susan Downey accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Downey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Downey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (559) 499-1233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Downey?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (559) 499-1233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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