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Dr. Anthony Pruett, MD

Alexandria, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pruett, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Anthony Pruett, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pruett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pruett’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pruett’s office at (225) 930-9061.

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

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    What languages does Dr. Pruett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pruett treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pruett 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. Pruett. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Pruett perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anthony Pruett may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pruett's office.

    Does Dr. Pruett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pruett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 930-9061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pruett accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Pruett in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pruett's office located?

    Dr. Anthony Pruett's Primary Practice

    211 4th St

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (225) 930-9061

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    Dr. Anthony Pruett's Practice 2

    3131 N I 10 Service Rd E Ste 308

    Metairie, LA 70002

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

    Dr. Pruett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649283862.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pruett?

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

    What is Dr. Anthony Pruett's specialty?

    Dr. Pruett is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Pruett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anthony Pruett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pruett is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, 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 Anthony Pruett accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Pruett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Pruett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pruett's office at (225) 930-9061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anthony Pruett?

    Please contact Dr. Pruett's office at (225) 930-9061 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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