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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downs, Family Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Teresa Downs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Downs is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downs’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downs’s office at (253) 441-4742.
What languages does Dr. Downs speak?
Dr. Downs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Downs treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Downs 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. Downs. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Downs perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Teresa Downs may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Downs' office.
Does Dr. Downs accept my insurance?
Dr. Downs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 441-4742 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downs accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Downs in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Group Health Cooperative of SCW
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Downs' office located?
Dr. Teresa Downs' Primary Practice
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 441-4742
What is Dr. Downs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386104511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downs
What is Dr. Teresa Downs's specialty?
Dr. Downs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Downs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Teresa Downs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downs is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Teresa Downs accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Downs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Downs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downs's office at (253) 441-4742 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Downs?
Please contact Dr. Downs's office at (253) 441-4742 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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