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Who is Dr. Downs, Neuroradiologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Richard Downs, MD is a Neuroradiologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Downs graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neuroradiology; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Diagnostic Radiology; Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Downs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downs’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downs’s office.
Where did Dr. Downs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neuroradiology; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Diagnostic Radiology; Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Downs board certified in Neuroradiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Downs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Downs speak?
Dr. Downs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Downs treat?
As a Neuroradiologist, Dr. Downs 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. Downs. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Downs perform as a Neuroradiologist?
As a Neuroradiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Downs may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Downs' office.
Does Dr. Downs accept my insurance?
Dr. Downs 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. Downs accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Downs in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Allstate
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Downs' office located?
What is Dr. Downs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538118468.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downs
What is Dr. Richard Downs's specialty?
Dr. Downs is a Neuroradiologist near Louisville, KY. A neuroradiologist is an expert who diagnoses and treats diseases using imaging procedures related to the brain, spine, spinal cord, head, neck, and sensory organs in both adults and children. Contact Dr. Downs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Downs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Downs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UofL Health – UofL 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
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Is Richard Downs accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Downs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Downs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downs's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Downs?
Please contact Dr. Downs's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Downs have?
Dr. Richard Downs is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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