Dr. Ronald Downs, MD
Mishawaka, IN
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downs, Plastic Surgeon in Mishawaka, IN?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Downs?
Dr. Ronald Downs, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Downs empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Nose Job/Rhinoplasty, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mishawaka, IN community, Dr. Downs is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Downs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Easton Hosp, General Surgery; Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine | Easton Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Downs board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Downs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Downs speak?
Dr. Downs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Downs typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Deformity of Reconstructed Breast
- Breast Disease
- Breast Reconstruction
- Misshapen reconstructed breast
- Breast implant deformity
- Abnormal breast reconstruction shape
ICD-10 Codes:
- N650: Deformity of reconstructed breast
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Double mastectomy
- Bilateral breast removal
- Absence of both breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Downs typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Downs 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
- Delayed Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
- Secondary Breast Augmentation
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
- 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
Does Dr. Downs accept my insurance?
Dr. Downs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 968-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downs accept in Mishawaka, IN?
Dr. Downs in Mishawaka, IN 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
Community Health Alliance
Corporate Services
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Downs' office located?
Dr. Ronald Downs' Primary Practice
611 E Douglas Rd Ste 108
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 968-9100
What hospitals are Dr. Downs affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Downs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Downs's NPI number?A 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 1154328516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downs