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Who is Dr. Mcdowell, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Michael Mcdowell, DO is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. 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 (816) 234-3000.
What languages does Dr. Mcdowell speak?
Dr. Mcdowell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Mcdowell typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Mcdowell typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mcdowell may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mcdowell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdowell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 234-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdowell accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Mcdowell in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Parkland Health & Hospital System
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mcdowell's office located?
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 1285165357.
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. Michael Mcdowell's specialty?
Dr. Mcdowell is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Pulmonologist do?
A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Is this Dr. Michael Mcdowell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcdowell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Medical Center Dallas, Childrens Medical Center Plano. 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
When to see a Pediatric Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Mcdowell accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Mcdowell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Mcdowell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office at (816) 234-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Mcdowell?
Please contact Dr. Mcdowell's office at (816) 234-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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