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Dr. Robert Dowling, MD

Cincinnati, OH

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dowling, Thoracic Surgeon in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Robert Dowling, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Dowling completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Presbyterian Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Dowling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowling’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowling’s office at (502) 589-7907.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dowling?

    Dr. Robert Dowling, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dowling empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Surgery, Transplant-Heart, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cincinnati/OH community, Dr. Dowling is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Dowling go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Presbyterian Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa

    Is Dr. Dowling board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Dowling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Dowling speak?

    Dr. Dowling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dowling treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Dowling 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. Dowling. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies

    Does Dr. Dowling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dowling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 589-7907 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dowling accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Dowling in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dowling's office located?

    Dr. Robert Dowling's Primary Practice

    2123 Auburn Ave Ste 136

    Cincinnati, OH 45219

    (502) 589-7907

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    Dr. Robert Dowling's Practice 2

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

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    Dr. Robert Dowling's Practice 3

    250 E Liberty St Ste 900

    Louisville, KY 40202

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    What is Dr. Dowling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dowling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023065018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowling?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowling

    What is Dr. Robert Dowling's specialty?

    Dr. Dowling is a Thoracic Surgeon near Cincinnati, OH. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Dowling to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Dowling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dowling is affiliated with Baptist Health Floyd which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Robert Dowling accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Dowling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Dowling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dowling's office at (502) 589-7907 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Dowling?

    Please contact Dr. Dowling's office at (502) 589-7907 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Dowling have?

    Dr. Robert Dowling is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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