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Dr. Laura Downing
Detroit, MI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downing, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Laura Downing is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. Dr. Downing is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Mi. Dr. Downing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downing’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downing’s office at (313) 745-5870.
What languages does Dr. Downing speak?
Dr. Downing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downing typically treat?
As a Pediatric 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Physical Abuse Medical Exam
- Child Abuse
- Child abuse medical evaluation
- Forensic exam for child abuse
- Child protection medical assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0472: Encounter for examination and observation following alleged child physical abuse
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Viral Infection
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downing typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Downing 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. 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 (313) 745-5870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downing accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Downing in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Downing's office located?
What is Dr. Downing's NPI number?An 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 1720407059.
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. Laura Downing's specialty?
Dr. Downing is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Detroit, MI.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Laura Downing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downing is affiliated with Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital 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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Downing accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Laura Downing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Downing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (313) 745-5870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Downing?
Please contact Dr. Downing's office at (313) 745-5870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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