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Dr. Daniel Shapiro, DO

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shapiro, Infectious Disease Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Daniel Shapiro, DO is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (225) 754-3278.

    What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?

    Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shapiro typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Lung Mycobacterial Infection
    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Pulmonary NTM Infection
    • Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Latent Tuberculosis
    • Tuberculosis
    • Inactive TB
    • Latent TB Infection
    • Hidden TB

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z227: Latent tuberculosis

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shapiro typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shapiro performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shapiro. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
    • Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
    • PICC Line Placement
    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Guided Lumbar Puncture
    • Guided Spinal Tap
    • Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
    • CT Guided Spinal Tap
    • Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture

    CPT Codes:

    • 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 754-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Shapiro in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Shapiro's Primary Practice

    16777 Medical Center Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

    (225) 754-3278

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    Dr. Daniel Shapiro's Practice 2

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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    What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457841926.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro

    What is Dr. Daniel Shapiro's specialty?

    Dr. Shapiro is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, North Oaks Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Acadia 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Daniel Shapiro accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Shapiro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (225) 754-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Shapiro?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (225) 754-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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