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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcdowell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. William Mcdowell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mcdowell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdowell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdowell’s office at (319) 369-8600.
What languages does Dr. Mcdowell speak?
Dr. Mcdowell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mcdowell treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcdowell 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. Mcdowell. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Mcdowell perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Mcdowell may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office.
Does Dr. Mcdowell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdowell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 369-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdowell accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Mcdowell in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Group Administrators Ltd
HealthScope
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
University of Illinois
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Mcdowell's office located?
Dr. William Mcdowell's Primary Practice
1026 A Ave NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 369-8600
What is Dr. Mcdowell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972009454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdowell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdowell
What is Dr. William Mcdowell's specialty?
Dr. Mcdowell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Cedar Rapids, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Mcdowell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Mcdowell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcdowell is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids 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
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Is William Mcdowell accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Yes, Dr. William Mcdowell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Mcdowell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office at (319) 369-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Mcdowell?
Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office at (319) 369-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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