Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downey, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. John Downey, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Downey completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Downey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downey’s office at (706) 855-2767.
Where did Dr. Downey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | University of New England / Main Campus
Is Dr. Downey board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. John Downey, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Downey speak?
Dr. Downey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Downey treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Downey 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. Downey. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
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:
- Spine Tendon/Ligament Pain
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Enthesopathy
- Enthesitis of the Spine
- Spine Connective Tissue Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4606: Spinal enthesopathy, lumbar region
- M4604: Spinal enthesopathy, thoracic region
- M4602: Spinal enthesopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Spinal Enthesopathy of the Lower Back and Sacrum
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- lumbosacral enthesopathy
- lower back tendon inflammation
- sacral ligament pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4607: Spinal enthesopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Left Knee Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Bursa Inflammation
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Shoulder Pain
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
- Inflamed Left Knee Bursa
- Left Knee Joint Pain
- Left Knee Bursa Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7552: Bursitis of left shoulder
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
- M7052: Other bursitis of knee, left knee
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:
- 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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Downey perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Downey may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Downey's office.
Does Dr. Downey accept my insurance?
Dr. Downey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 855-2767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downey accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Downey in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Assurant
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Downey's office located?
Dr. John Downey's Primary Practice
2922 Professional Pkwy Ste A
Augusta, GA 30907
(706) 855-2767
What is Dr. Downey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104884246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downey
What is Dr. John Downey's specialty?
Dr. Downey is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Augusta, GA. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Downey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Downey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downey is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta 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 John Downey accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. John Downey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Downey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (706) 855-2767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Downey?
Please contact Dr. Downey's office at (706) 855-2767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Downey have?
Dr. John Downey is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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