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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Secrest, Family Medicine Specialist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Brian Secrest, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Secrest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Secrest’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Secrest’s office at (337) 480-8066.
What languages does Dr. Secrest speak?
Dr. Secrest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Secrest treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Secrest 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. Secrest. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Secrest perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Secrest may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Secrest's office.
Does Dr. Secrest accept my insurance?
Dr. Secrest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 480-8066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Secrest accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Secrest in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Secrest's office located?
Dr. Brian Secrest's Primary Practice
1000 Walters St
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 480-8066
What is Dr. Secrest's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Secrest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396494472.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Secrest?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Secrest
What is Dr. Brian Secrest's specialty?
Dr. Secrest is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lake Charles, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Secrest to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Secrest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Secrest is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Brian Secrest accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Secrest is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Secrest offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Secrest's office at (337) 480-8066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Secrest?
Please contact Dr. Secrest's office at (337) 480-8066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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