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Who is Dr. Nunez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Charles Nunez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nunez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nunez’s office at (225) 765-8826.
Is Dr. Nunez board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Nunez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nunez speak?
Dr. Nunez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nunez treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nunez 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. Nunez. 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.
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nunez perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Charles Nunez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nunez's office.
Does Dr. Nunez accept my insurance?
Dr. Nunez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-8826 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nunez accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Nunez in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Nunez's office located?
Dr. Charles Nunez's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-8826
What is Dr. Nunez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nunez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699936955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nunez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nunez
What is Dr. Charles Nunez's specialty?
Dr. Nunez is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Nunez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Nunez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nunez 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Charles Nunez accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Nunez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Nunez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nunez's office at (225) 765-8826 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Nunez?
Please contact Dr. Nunez's office at (225) 765-8826 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Nunez have?
Dr. Charles Nunez is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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