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Dr. Richard Kamm, MD

Dr. Richard Kamm, MD

Shreveport, LA

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    Who is Dr. Kamm, Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Richard Kamm, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kamm graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at CONFEDERATE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Kamm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamm’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamm’s office at (318) 773-0657.

    Where did Dr. Kamm go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: CONFEDERATE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Kamm speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kamm treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kamm 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. Kamm. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack of the LAD Artery (STEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack
    • Widowmaker Heart Attack
    • LAD Myocardial Infarction
    • STEMI Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
    • I2102: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction involving left anterior descending coronary artery

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Does Dr. Kamm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kamm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 773-0657 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kamm accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Kamm in Shreveport, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kamm's office located?

    Dr. Richard Kamm's Primary Practice

    7829 Youree Dr

    Shreveport, LA 71105

    (318) 773-0657

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    Dr. Richard Kamm's Practice 2

    411 Calypso St Ste 210

    Monroe, LA 71201

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    Dr. Richard Kamm's Practice 3

    517 Catalpa St

    Monroe, LA 71201

    (318) 966-6500

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

    Dr. Kamm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295835684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamm?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Kamm's specialty?

    Dr. Kamm is a Pulmonologist near Shreveport, LA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Kamm to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Kamm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kamm 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 Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Kamm accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Kamm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Kamm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kamm's office at (318) 773-0657 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Kamm?

    Please contact Dr. Kamm's office at (318) 773-0657 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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