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Dr. Pernell Simon, MD
Youngsville, LA
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simon, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Youngsville, LA?
Dr. Pernell Simon, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Youngsville, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Simon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simon’s office.
What languages does Dr. Simon speak?
Dr. Simon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Simon typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Simon 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. Simon. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Youth Mental Health Issues
- Adolescent Emotional Problems
- Childhood Psychiatric Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Simon typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Pernell Simon may include:
Please contact Dr. Simon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simon accept my insurance?
Dr. Simon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simon accept in Youngsville, LA?
Dr. Simon in Youngsville, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simon's office located?
What is Dr. Simon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699878124.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simon
What is Dr. Pernell Simon's specialty?
Dr. Simon is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Youngsville, LA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Pernell Simon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simon is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pernell Simon accepting new patients in Youngsville, LA?
Yes, Dr. Pernell Simon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pernell Simon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pernell Simon?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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