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Dr. Ashish Guragain, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Guragain, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Ashish Guragain, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Guragain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guragain’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guragain’s office at (318) 966-4541.

    What languages does Dr. Guragain speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Guragain typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Guragain 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. Guragain. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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 Hospitalist like Dr. Guragain typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashish Guragain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Guragain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Guragain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guragain 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. Guragain accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Guragain 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. Guragain's office located?

    Dr. Ashish Guragain's Primary Practice

    5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

    (318) 966-4541

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

    Dr. Guragain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558090837.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guragain?

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

    What is Dr. Ashish Guragain's specialty?

    Dr. Guragain 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. Ashish Guragain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Guragain is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ashish Guragain accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Ashish Guragain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ashish Guragain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guragain's office at (318) 966-4541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ashish Guragain?

    Please contact Dr. Guragain's office at (318) 966-4541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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