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Dr. Erika Brugier, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Gonzales, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brugier, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gonzales, LA?

    Dr. Erika Brugier, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gonzales, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brugier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brugier’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brugier’s office at (225) 757-4142.

    What languages does Dr. Brugier speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brugier typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brugier 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. Brugier. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brugier typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erika Brugier may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brugier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brugier 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. Brugier accept in Gonzales, LA?

    Dr. Brugier in Gonzales, 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health

    • Group Benefit Services

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brugier's office located?

    Dr. Erika Brugier's Primary Practice

    1125 W Highway 30

    Gonzales, LA 70737

    (225) 757-4142

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    Dr. Erika Brugier's Practice 2

    5246 Brittany Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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    Dr. Erika Brugier's Practice 3

    5000 Hennessy Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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    What hospitals are Dr. Brugier affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Brugier has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center,Baton Rouge, LA
    Our Lady Of The Lake Ascension,Gonzales, LA
    Prevost Memorial Hospital,Donaldsonville, LA

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

    Dr. Brugier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912583535.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brugier?

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

    What is Dr. Erika Brugier's specialty?

    Dr. Brugier is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gonzales, 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 Dr. Erika Brugier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brugier is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Erika Brugier accepting new patients in Gonzales, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Erika Brugier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erika Brugier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brugier's office at (225) 757-4142 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erika Brugier?

    Please contact Dr. Brugier's office at (225) 757-4142 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brugier's office located?

    Dr. Brugier's offices are located in Gonzales, LA and Baton Rouge, LA.