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Dr. Rita Boustany, MD

Lafayette, LA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boustany, Pediatrician in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Rita Boustany, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Boustany is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boustany’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boustany’s office at (337) 330-0031.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Tichreen Faculty Of Med Lattakia Syria

    Is Dr. Boustany board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Rita Boustany, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Boustany speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Boustany treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Boustany 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. Boustany. 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:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
    • Pyelonephritis
    • Acute Kidney Infection
    • Renal Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N10: Acute pyelonephritis
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Boustany perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Rita Boustany may include:

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

    Does Dr. Boustany accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boustany accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 330-0031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boustany accept in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Boustany 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Missouri Care Health Plan

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Boustany's office located?

    Dr. Rita Boustany's Primary Practice

    4600 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy

    Lafayette, LA 70508

    (337) 330-0031

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    Dr. Rita Boustany's Practice 2

    401 Youngsville Hwy Ste 100

    Lafayette, LA 70508

    (337) 330-0031

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

    Dr. Boustany's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528183068.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boustany?

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

    What is Dr. Rita Boustany's specialty?

    Dr. Boustany is a Pediatrician near Lafayette, LA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Boustany to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rita Boustany affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boustany is affiliated with Abbeville 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Rita Boustany accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Rita Boustany is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rita Boustany offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boustany's office at (337) 330-0031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rita Boustany?

    Please contact Dr. Boustany's office at (337) 330-0031 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Boustany have?

    Dr. Rita Boustany is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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