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Who is Dr. Downie, Medical Oncologist in Georgetown, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Downie, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Georgetown, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Downie graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Downie is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downie’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downie’s office.
Where did Dr. Downie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Downie board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Downie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Downie speak?
Dr. Downie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Downie treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Downie 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. Downie. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does Dr. Downie perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Downie 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. Downie. 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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Downie accept my insurance?
Dr. Downie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downie accept in Georgetown, TX?
Dr. Downie in Georgetown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
California Foundation for Medical Care
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Downie's office located?
What is Dr. Downie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477765550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downie
What is Dr. Benjamin Downie's specialty?
Dr. Downie is a Medical Oncologist near Georgetown, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Downie to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Downie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downie is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Roosevelt General Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Benjamin Downie accepting new patients in Georgetown, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Downie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Downie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downie's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Downie?
Please contact Dr. Downie's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Downie have?
Dr. Benjamin Downie is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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