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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. Dr. Secrest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Secrest’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Secrest typically 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. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Secrest typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Secrest may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Secrest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Assistance
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Brian Secrest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Secrest is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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