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Dr. Cathy Dowen

Newburyport, MA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Dowen, Internist in Newburyport, MA?

    Dr. Cathy Dowen is an Internist, who primarily practices in Newburyport, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Dowen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowen’s office at (978) 463-1045.

    What languages does Dr. Dowen speak?

    Dr. Dowen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dowen treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Dowen 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. Dowen. 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Dowen perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Cathy Dowen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dowen's office.

    Does Dr. Dowen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dowen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 463-1045 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dowen accept in Newburyport, MA?

    Dr. Dowen in Newburyport, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • United Association of Plumbers, Pipefitters and Allied Trades

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    Where is Dr. Dowen's office located?

    Dr. Cathy Dowen's Primary Practice

    25 Highland Ave

    Newburyport, MA 01950

    (978) 463-1045

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    Dr. Cathy Dowen's Practice 2

    607 North Avenue Door 17

    Wakefield, MA 01880

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    What is Dr. Dowen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dowen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912473521.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowen

    What is Dr. Cathy Dowen's specialty?

    Dr. Dowen is a Internist near Newburyport, MA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Dowen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cathy Dowen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dowen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Anna Jaques Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Cathy Dowen accepting new patients in Newburyport, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Cathy Dowen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cathy Dowen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dowen's office at (978) 463-1045 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cathy Dowen?

    Please contact Dr. Dowen's office at (978) 463-1045 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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