Lauren Renee Dowden, W, LCSW
Patients across IL can see Lauren Renee Dowden, W, LCSW in person in Chicago or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine graduate since 2014, she brings 12+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with Alzheimer's/dementia, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1310, Chicago, IL 60611-2923
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Illinois.
MIPS Score
202394.1/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
136
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Alzheimer's / Dementia, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 11, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
A social worker is a person who is qualified by a Social Work degree, and licensed, certified or registered by the state as a social worker to practice within the scope of that license. A social worker provides assistance and counseling to clients and their families who are dealing with social, emotional and environmental problems. Social work services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups, and the public.
Taxonomy: 104100000X
Education & Training
Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Virtual Social Work Care With Lauren Renee Dowden
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lauren Renee Dowden for cognitive care, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Chicago required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lauren Renee Dowden
Dr. Dowden is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chicago, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (312) 695-9627.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lauren Renee Dowden
Practice Location
676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1310, Chicago, IL 60611-2923
Mailing Address
676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1310, Chicago, IL 60611-2923
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