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Who is Dr. Behm-Downes, Pediatrician in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Megan Behm-Downes, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Behm-Downes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behm-Downes’s office at (352) 273-8466.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Behm-Downes?
Dr. Megan Behm-Downes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Behm-Downes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care Pediatrics, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gainesville, FL community, Dr. Behm-Downes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Behm-Downes speak?
Dr. Behm-Downes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Behm-Downes typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Behm-Downes 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. Behm-Downes. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Behm-Downes typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Behm-Downes 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. Behm-Downes. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Speech Sound Production Evaluation
- Articulation assessment
- Phonological process evaluation
- Apraxia of speech assessment
- Dysarthria evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92522: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria);
Does Dr. Behm-Downes accept my insurance?
Dr. Behm-Downes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 273-8466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behm-Downes accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Behm-Downes in Gainesville, FL 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Behm-Downes' office located?
Dr. Megan Behm-Downes' Primary Practice
1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 273-8466
What is Dr. Behm-Downes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behm-Downes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538556980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behm-Downes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behm-Downes
What is Dr. Megan Behm-Downes's specialty?
Dr. Behm-Downes is a Pediatrician near Gainesville, FL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Megan Behm-Downes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Behm-Downes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. 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
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Is Megan Behm-Downes accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Megan Behm-Downes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megan Behm-Downes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behm-Downes's office at (352) 273-8466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Megan Behm-Downes?
Please contact Dr. Behm-Downes's office at (352) 273-8466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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