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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dhatt, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Gurjit Dhatt, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Dhatt is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhatt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhatt’s office at (817) 848-2708.
Is Dr. Dhatt board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gurjit Dhatt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dhatt speak?
Dr. Dhatt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dhatt typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dhatt 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. Dhatt. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dhatt typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gurjit Dhatt may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Dhatt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dhatt accept my insurance?
Dr. Dhatt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 848-2708 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dhatt accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Dhatt 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dhatt's office located?
Dr. Gurjit Dhatt's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(817) 848-2708
What is Dr. Dhatt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dhatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821187659.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhatt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dhatt
What is Dr. Gurjit Dhatt's specialty?
Dr. Dhatt is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Gurjit Dhatt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dhatt is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gurjit Dhatt accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gurjit Dhatt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gurjit Dhatt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dhatt's office at (817) 848-2708 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gurjit Dhatt?
Please contact Dr. Dhatt's office at (817) 848-2708 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gurjit Dhatt have?
Dr. Gurjit Dhatt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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