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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wiltshire, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Wiltshire is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiltshire’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiltshire’s office at (318) 966-4541.
What languages does Dr. Wiltshire speak?
Dr. Wiltshire and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Wiltshire typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Wiltshire 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. Wiltshire. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Wiltshire typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire may include:
Please contact Dr. Wiltshire's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wiltshire accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiltshire accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 966-4541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiltshire accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Wiltshire in Baton Rouge, 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
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wiltshire's office located?
Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire's Primary Practice
5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(318) 966-4541
What is Dr. Wiltshire's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiltshire's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487372801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiltshire?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiltshire
What is Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire's specialty?
Dr. Wiltshire is a Hospitalist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wiltshire is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Aultman Hospital, Ochsner Rush 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 Dwayne Wiltshire accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dwayne Wiltshire offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wiltshire's office at (318) 966-4541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dwayne Wiltshire?
Please contact Dr. Wiltshire's office at (318) 966-4541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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