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Dr. Alexander Downey, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Downey, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Alexander Downey, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. 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 (314) 966-9586.

    What languages does Dr. Downey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downey typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Downey typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Downey may include:

    Please contact Dr. Downey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Downey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Downey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 966-9586 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Downey accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Downey in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Downey's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Downey's Primary Practice

    2345 Dougherty Ferry Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63122

    (314) 966-9586

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    Dr. Alexander Downey's Practice 2

    6420 The Cedars Ct Ste 1

    Cedar Hill, MO 63016

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    What is Dr. Downey's NPI number?A 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 1104557826.

    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. Alexander Downey's specialty?

    Dr. Downey is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Alexander Downey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Downey is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital Washington, Mercy Hospital South 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Alexander Downey accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Downey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Downey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (314) 966-9586 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Downey?

    Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (314) 966-9586 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Downey's office located?

    Dr. Downey's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO and Cedar Hill, MO.