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Dr. Larry Parker, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Alexandria, LA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Larry Parker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Parker graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at University Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Parker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parker’s office at (318) 448-4950.

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

    • Residency: University Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans | Walter Sisulu University Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Parker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Parker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Parker speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Larry Parker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Parker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 448-4950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parker accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Parker in Alexandria, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Parker's office located?

    Dr. Larry Parker's Primary Practice

    3330 Masonic Dr

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 448-4950

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    Dr. Larry Parker's Practice 2

    5900 Coliseum Blvd

    Alexandria, LA 71303

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

    Dr. Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093730137.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parker?

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

    What is Dr. Larry Parker's specialty?

    Dr. Parker is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, 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. Larry Parker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parker is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center 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. Larry Parker accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Parker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Larry Parker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (318) 448-4950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Larry Parker?

    Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (318) 448-4950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Parker's office located?

    Dr. Parker's office is located in Alexandria, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Parker have?

    Dr. Larry Parker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.