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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boka, Family Medicine Specialist in Deridder, LA?
Dr. Bernard Boka, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Deridder, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Boka completed his residency at Pitt Co Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Boka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boka’s office at (601) 833-7973.
Where did Dr. Boka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pitt Co Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | Pitt Co Mem Hospital
Is Dr. Boka board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Boka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Boka speak?
Dr. Boka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Boka typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Boka 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. Boka. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest 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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Boka typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bernard Boka may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Boka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Boka accept my insurance?
Dr. Boka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 833-7973 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boka accept in Deridder, LA?
Dr. Boka in Deridder, 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
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Boka's office located?
What is Dr. Boka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487761854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boka
What is Dr. Bernard Boka's specialty?
Dr. Boka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Deridder, 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. Bernard Boka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boka is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Acadian Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General 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
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Is Bernard Boka accepting new patients in Deridder, LA?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Boka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Boka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boka's office at (601) 833-7973 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Boka?
Please contact Dr. Boka's office at (601) 833-7973 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bernard Boka have?
Dr. Bernard Boka is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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