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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wood, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Austin Wood, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (225) 757-4142.
What languages does Dr. Wood speak?
Dr. Wood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wood typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wood typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Austin Wood may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Wood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?
Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 757-4142 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Wood 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)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wood's office located?
What is Dr. Wood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710681002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wood
What is Dr. Austin Wood's specialty?
Dr. Wood is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Austin Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Austin Wood accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Austin Wood is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Wood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (225) 757-4142 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Wood?
Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (225) 757-4142 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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