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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crackower, Family Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Sydney Crackower, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Crackower graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Crackower is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crackower’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crackower’s office at (337) 988-4116.
Where did Dr. Crackower go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Obstetrics And Gynecology | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans | The University of Western Ontario - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Is Dr. Crackower board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sydney Crackower, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Crackower speak?
Dr. Crackower and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Crackower typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Crackower 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. Crackower. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Crackower typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sydney Crackower may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Crackower's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Crackower accept my insurance?
Dr. Crackower accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 988-4116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crackower accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Crackower in Lafayette, 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
Mutual of Omaha
Ochsner Health
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crackower's office located?
Dr. Sydney Crackower's Primary Practice
701 Robley Dr Ste 100
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 988-4116
What is Dr. Crackower's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crackower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972697092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crackower?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crackower
What is Dr. Sydney Crackower's specialty?
Dr. Crackower is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sydney Crackower affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crackower is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Sydney Crackower accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sydney Crackower is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sydney Crackower offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crackower's office at (337) 988-4116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sydney Crackower?
Please contact Dr. Crackower's office at (337) 988-4116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sydney Crackower have?
Dr. Sydney Crackower is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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