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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tamakloe, Internist in Ruston, LA?
Dr. Martina Tamakloe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ruston, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Tamakloe is currently affiliated with Hospitalist Services. Dr. Tamakloe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamakloe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamakloe’s office.
Is Dr. Tamakloe board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Martina Tamakloe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tamakloe speak?
Dr. Tamakloe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tamakloe typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tamakloe 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. Tamakloe. 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:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tamakloe typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Martina Tamakloe 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. Tamakloe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tamakloe accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamakloe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tamakloe accept in Ruston, LA?
Dr. Tamakloe in Ruston, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tamakloe's office located?
What is Dr. Tamakloe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tamakloe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396770566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamakloe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamakloe
What is Dr. Martina Tamakloe's specialty?
Dr. Tamakloe is a Internist near Ruston, 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. Martina Tamakloe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tamakloe is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Martina Tamakloe accepting new patients in Ruston, LA?
Yes, Dr. Martina Tamakloe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Martina Tamakloe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tamakloe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Martina Tamakloe?
Please contact Dr. Tamakloe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Martina Tamakloe have?
Dr. Martina Tamakloe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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