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Dr. Lorraine Dowdy, DO

South Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dowdy, Infectious Disease Specialist in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Lorraine Dowdy, DO is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Dowdy graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dowdy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowdy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowdy’s office at (305) 740-6071.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: Nova Se University, Coll of Osteo Med, Ft Lauderdale Fl | Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dowdy board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lorraine Dowdy, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dowdy speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Dowdy treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Dowdy 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. Dowdy. 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • HIV
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Gonorrhea
    • GC infection
    • The Clap
    • Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A549: Gonococcal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    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:

    • Syphilis
    • The Great Pox
    • Lues
    • Treponema pallidum infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A539: Syphilis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Dowdy perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Dowdy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dowdy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 740-6071 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dowdy accept in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Dowdy in South Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CareCentrix

    • ConnectiveRx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hackensack Meridian Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Dowdy's office located?

    Dr. Lorraine Dowdy's Primary Practice

    7000 SW 62nd Ave Ste 320

    South Miami, FL 33143

    (305) 740-6071

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    Dr. Lorraine Dowdy's Practice 2

    3661 S Miami Ave Ste 1002

    Miami, FL 33133

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    What is Dr. Dowdy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dowdy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760445944.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowdy?

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

    What is Dr. Lorraine Dowdy's specialty?

    Dr. Dowdy is a Infectious Disease Specialist near South Miami, FL.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

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    Is this Dr. Lorraine Dowdy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dowdy is affiliated with Homestead 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Lorraine Dowdy accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Lorraine Dowdy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lorraine Dowdy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dowdy's office at (305) 740-6071 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lorraine Dowdy?

    Please contact Dr. Dowdy's office at (305) 740-6071 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lorraine Dowdy have?

    Dr. Lorraine Dowdy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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