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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shute, Family Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?
Dr. James Shute, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA. Dr. Shute is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shute’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shute’s office at (985) 898-4194.
What languages does Dr. Shute speak?
Dr. Shute and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shute typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shute 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. Shute. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shute typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Shute may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shute's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shute accept my insurance?
Dr. Shute accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 898-4194 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shute accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Shute in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shute's office located?
What is Dr. Shute's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shute's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124656632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shute?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shute
What is Dr. James Shute's specialty?
Dr. Shute is a Family Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. James Shute affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shute is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Shute accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Shute is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Shute offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shute's office at (985) 898-4194 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Shute?
Please contact Dr. Shute's office at (985) 898-4194 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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