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Who is Dr. Dowdey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Moulton, AL?
Dr. Benjamin Dowdey, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Moulton, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dowdey graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Vincent'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dowdey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowdey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowdey’s office at (256) 927-5531.
Where did Dr. Dowdey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Vincent's East Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Dowdey board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Dowdey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dowdey speak?
Dr. Dowdey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dowdey treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dowdey 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. Dowdey. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pneumonia from Other Specified Infection
- Pneumonia
- Infectious Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Atypical Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J168: Pneumonia due to other specified infectious organisms
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Dowdey perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Benjamin Dowdey may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dowdey's office.
Does Dr. Dowdey accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowdey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 927-5531 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowdey accept in Moulton, AL?
Dr. Dowdey in Moulton, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dowdey's office located?
What is Dr. Dowdey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowdey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134160716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowdey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowdey
What is Dr. Benjamin Dowdey's specialty?
Dr. Dowdey is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Moulton, AL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Dowdey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Dowdey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dowdey is affiliated with Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Benjamin Dowdey accepting new patients in Moulton, AL?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Dowdey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Dowdey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowdey's office at (256) 927-5531 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Dowdey?
Please contact Dr. Dowdey's office at (256) 927-5531 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Dowdey have?
Dr. Benjamin Dowdey is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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