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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kataria, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Shammi Kataria, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Kataria completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kataria is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kataria’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kataria’s office at (225) 926-8686.
Where did Dr. Kataria go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Kataria board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shammi Kataria, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kataria speak?
Dr. Kataria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kataria typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kataria 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. Kataria. 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:
- Threatened Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
- Signs of Miscarriage
- Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O200: Threatened abortion
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting During Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Pregnancy Vomiting
- Morning Sickness
- Emisis Gravidarum
ICD-10 Codes:
- O219: Vomiting of pregnancy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kataria typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shammi Kataria may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kataria's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kataria accept my insurance?
Dr. Kataria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 926-8686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kataria accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kataria in Baton Rouge, 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 Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Paramount
State of Louisiana
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kataria's office located?
Dr. Shammi Kataria's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 926-8686
What is Dr. Kataria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kataria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558474049.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kataria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kataria
What is Dr. Shammi Kataria's specialty?
Dr. Kataria is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shammi Kataria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kataria is affiliated with Woman's Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shammi Kataria accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shammi Kataria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shammi Kataria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kataria's office at (225) 926-8686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shammi Kataria?
Please contact Dr. Kataria's office at (225) 926-8686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shammi Kataria have?
Dr. Shammi Kataria is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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