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Dr. Stephen Downs, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Leesville, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Downs, Family Medicine Specialist in Leesville, LA?

    Dr. Stephen Downs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Leesville, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Downs graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Downs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downs’s office at (318) 443-4576.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Family Medicine | University of Kentucky

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Downs board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Downs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Downs speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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 Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Downs may include:

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

    Does Dr. Downs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Downs 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. Downs accept in Leesville, LA?

    Dr. Downs in Leesville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Downs' office located?

    Dr. Stephen Downs' Primary Practice

    301 W Fertitta Blvd Ste 4

    Leesville, LA 71446

    (318) 443-4576

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    Dr. Stephen Downs' Practice 2

    3704 North Blvd Ste C

    Alexandria, LA 71301

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    Dr. Stephen Downs' Practice 3

    900 S 6th St

    Leesville, LA 71446

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    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 1750389516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downs?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Downs's specialty?

    Dr. Downs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Leesville, LA.

    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. Stephen Downs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Downs is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital 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. Stephen Downs accepting new patients in Leesville, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Downs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Downs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Downs' office at (318) 443-4576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Downs?

    Please contact Dr. Downs' office at (318) 443-4576 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Downs' office located?

    Dr. Downs' offices are located in Leesville, LA and Alexandria, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Downs have?

    Dr. Stephen Downs is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.