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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cavell, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Richard Cavell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Cavell graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Cavell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavell’s office at (318) 330-7000.
Where did Dr. Cavell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Cavell speak?
Dr. Cavell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cavell typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cavell 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. Cavell. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cavell typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Cavell performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cavell. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Cavell accept my insurance?
Dr. Cavell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 330-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cavell accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Cavell in Shreveport, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cavell's office located?
What is Dr. Cavell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cavell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407867864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavell
What is Dr. Richard Cavell's specialty?
Dr. Cavell is a Internist near Shreveport, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Cavell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cavell is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Richard Cavell accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Cavell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Cavell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cavell's office at (318) 330-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Cavell?
Please contact Dr. Cavell's office at (318) 330-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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