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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jones, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Joseph Jones, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jones graduated from Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans and completed his residency at Lsuhsc Shreveport School Of Medicine. Dr. Jones is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jones’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jones’s office at (318) 621-2929.
Where did Dr. Jones go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsuhsc Shreveport School Of Medicine
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Jones speak?
Dr. Jones and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Jones typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Jones 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. Jones. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Jones typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Jones may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Jones' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jones accept my insurance?
Dr. Jones accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 621-2929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jones accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Jones 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jones' office located?
Dr. Joseph Jones' Primary Practice
2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 410
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 621-2929
What is Dr. Jones's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295937936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jones?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jones
What is Dr. Joseph Jones's specialty?
Dr. Jones 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. Joseph Jones affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus St. Michael Health System, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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 Joseph Jones accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Jones is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Jones offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jones's office at (318) 621-2929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Jones?
Please contact Dr. Jones's office at (318) 621-2929 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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