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Dr. John Harris, MD

Bossier City, LA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harris, Internist in Bossier City, LA?

    Dr. John Harris, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bossier City, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Harris graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Harris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (318) 212-3456.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Harris board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. John Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harris speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Harris treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Primary Ovarian Failure
    • Ovarian Disorder
    • Premature Ovarian Insufficiency
    • Early Menopause
    • Ovarian Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E2839: Other primary ovarian failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Harris perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Harris may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Harris' office.

    Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Bossier City, LA?

    Dr. Harris in Bossier City, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Harris' office located?

    Dr. John Harris' Primary Practice

    2300 Hospital Dr Ste 200

    Bossier City, LA 71111

    (318) 212-3456

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    Dr. John Harris' Practice 2

    4200 Nelson Rd

    Lake Charles, LA 70605

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    Dr. John Harris' Practice 3

    1 Medical Plaza Pl

    Minden, LA 71055

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

    Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437234903.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?

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

    What is Dr. John Harris's specialty?

    Dr. Harris is a Internist near Bossier City, LA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Harris to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harris is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 John Harris accepting new patients in Bossier City, LA?

    Yes, Dr. John Harris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Harris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (318) 212-3456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Harris?

    Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (318) 212-3456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Harris have?

    Dr. John Harris is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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