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Dr. Kevin Dean, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

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    Who is Dr. Dean, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Kevin Dean, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Dean graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Dean is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dean’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dean’s office at (225) 765-4050.

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

    • Medical School: LSU SCH OF MED IN SHREVEPORT | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Dean board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Dean, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dean speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dean treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dean 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. Dean. 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5084: End stage heart failure
    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sarcopenia
    • Age-related muscle loss
    • Muscle weakness in older adults
    • Progressive muscle loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6284: Sarcopenia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Dean perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kevin Dean may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dean's office.

    Does Dr. Dean accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dean accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dean accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Dean in Baton Rouge, 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

    • Canon

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dean's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Dean's Primary Practice

    5000 Hennessy Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 765-4050

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    Dr. Kevin Dean's Practice 2

    5247 Didesse Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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    Dr. Kevin Dean's Practice 3

    1125 W Highway 30

    Gonzales, LA 70737

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

    Dr. Dean's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760571764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dean?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Dean's specialty?

    Dr. Dean is a Hospitalist near Baton Rouge, LA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Dean to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kevin Dean affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dean is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, Lane Regional Medical Center. 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Kevin Dean accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Dean is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Dean offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (225) 765-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kevin Dean?

    Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (225) 765-4050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Dean have?

    Dr. Kevin Dean is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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