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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dowd, Neurosurgeon in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Gregory Dowd, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Dowd completed his residency at La State U. Dr. Dowd is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowd’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowd’s office at (318) 443-4576.
Where did Dr. Dowd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State U
Medical School: MC GILL UNIV FAC OF MEDICINE
What languages does Dr. Dowd speak?
Dr. Dowd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Dowd treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dowd 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. Dowd. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- 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:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Compressed L1 fracture
- First lumbar compression fracture
- Broken L1 bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Does Dr. Dowd accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 443-4576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowd accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Dowd in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Dowd's office located?
Dr. Gregory Dowd's Primary Practice
3704 North Blvd Ste C
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-4576
What is Dr. Dowd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689672446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowd
What is Dr. Gregory Dowd's specialty?
Dr. Dowd is a Neurosurgeon near Alexandria, LA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Dowd to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Dowd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dowd is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital 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 Gregory Dowd accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Dowd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Dowd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowd's office at (318) 443-4576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Dowd?
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