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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dowling, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Michael Dowling, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dowling completed his residency at Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dowling is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowling’s office.
Where did Dr. Dowling go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Dowling board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Dowling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dowling speak?
Dr. Dowling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dowling typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dowling 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. Dowling. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dowling typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Dowling may include:
Please contact Dr. Dowling's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dowling accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowling accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Dowling in Asheville, NC 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 North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dowling's office located?
What is Dr. Dowling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336107499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowling
What is Dr. Michael Dowling's specialty?
Dr. Dowling is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Michael Dowling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dowling is affiliated with Mission 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Michael Dowling accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Michael Dowling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Dowling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowling's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Dowling?
Please contact Dr. Dowling's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Dowling have?
Dr. Michael Dowling is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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