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Dr. Walker May

Plain Dealing, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. May, Family Medicine Specialist in Plain Dealing, LA?

    Dr. Walker May is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plain Dealing, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. May graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. May is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. May’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. May’s office at (318) 326-7272.

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

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. May board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Walker May is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. May speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. May treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. May 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. May. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Other acute sinusitis
    • Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
    • Different types of acute sinus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0180: Other acute sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Tonsillitis
    • Streptococcal tonsillitis
    • Bacterial tonsillitis
    • Acute strep throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0300: Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. May perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. May 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. May. 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:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
    • Chest Physiotherapy
    • Cupping for Lungs
    • Percussion and Vibration Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Stress Test
    • Lung Function Tests
    • Lung Stress Test
    • 6-Minute Walk Test
    • Breathing Stress Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed

    Does Dr. May accept my insurance?

    Dr. May accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 326-7272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. May accept in Plain Dealing, LA?

    Dr. May in Plain Dealing, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. May's office located?

    Dr. Walker May's Primary Practice

    112 N Forrest Rd

    Plain Dealing, LA 71064

    (318) 326-7272

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    Dr. Walker May's Practice 2

    1003 S Spruce St

    Vivian, LA 71082

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

    Dr. May's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003083205.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. May?

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

    What is Dr. Walker May's specialty?

    Dr. May is a Family Medicine Specialist near Plain Dealing, LA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. May to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walker May affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. May is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Walker May accepting new patients in Plain Dealing, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Walker May is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walker May offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. May's office at (318) 326-7272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walker May?

    Please contact Dr. May's office at (318) 326-7272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walker May have?

    Dr. Walker May is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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