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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tatford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Archie Tatford, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Tatford graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Lsu. Dr. Tatford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tatford’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tatford’s office at (985) 280-2200.
Where did Dr. Tatford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Tatford board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Archie Tatford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tatford speak?
Dr. Tatford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tatford treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tatford 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. Tatford. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
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:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Tatford perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Archie Tatford may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tatford's office.
Does Dr. Tatford accept my insurance?
Dr. Tatford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 280-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tatford accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Tatford in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tatford's office located?
What is Dr. Tatford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tatford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013023803.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tatford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tatford
What is Dr. Archie Tatford's specialty?
Dr. Tatford is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Slidell, 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. Tatford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Archie Tatford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tatford is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, East Jefferson General 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Archie Tatford accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Archie Tatford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Archie Tatford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tatford's office at (985) 280-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Archie Tatford?
Please contact Dr. Tatford's office at (985) 280-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Archie Tatford have?
Dr. Archie Tatford is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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