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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downey, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Needham, MA?
Dr. Kelly Downey, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Needham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Downey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downey’s office at (781) 453-7500.
Is Dr. Downey board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kelly Downey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Downey speak?
Dr. Downey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Downey treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Downey 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. Downey. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does Dr. Downey perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Downey 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. Downey. 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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Vertebral Body Biopsy
- Femur Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)
Does Dr. Downey accept my insurance?
Dr. Downey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 453-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downey accept in Needham, MA?
Dr. Downey in Needham, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Independence Blue Cross
Martin's Point
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Downey's office located?
What is Dr. Downey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558558619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downey
What is Dr. Kelly Downey's specialty?
Dr. Downey is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Needham, MA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Downey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kelly Downey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downey is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton, Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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
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Is Kelly Downey accepting new patients in Needham, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kelly Downey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelly Downey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (781) 453-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kelly Downey?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (781) 453-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kelly Downey have?
Dr. Kelly Downey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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