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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saguiguit, Internist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Roy Saguiguit, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Saguiguit graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saguiguit is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saguiguit’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saguiguit’s office at (985) 892-5855.
Where did Dr. Saguiguit go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Health Center Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Saguiguit board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Roy Saguiguit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saguiguit speak?
Dr. Saguiguit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saguiguit typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saguiguit 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. Saguiguit. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saguiguit typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Roy Saguiguit 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. Saguiguit's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saguiguit accept my insurance?
Dr. Saguiguit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 892-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saguiguit accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Saguiguit in Covington, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saguiguit's office located?
What is Dr. Saguiguit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saguiguit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922023746.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saguiguit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saguiguit
What is Dr. Roy Saguiguit's specialty?
Dr. Saguiguit is a Internist near Covington, 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. Roy Saguiguit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saguiguit is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Roy Saguiguit accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Roy Saguiguit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roy Saguiguit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saguiguit's office at (985) 892-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roy Saguiguit?
Please contact Dr. Saguiguit's office at (985) 892-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roy Saguiguit have?
Dr. Roy Saguiguit is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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