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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Louca, Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Joseph Louca, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Louca graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons. Dr. Louca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Louca’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Louca’s office at (781) 407-7713.
Where did Dr. Louca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Louca board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Louca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Louca speak?
Dr. Louca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Louca typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Louca 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. Louca. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Class 3 Obesity
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Louca typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Louca performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Louca. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Louca accept my insurance?
Dr. Louca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 407-7713 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Louca accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Louca in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Louca's office located?
Dr. Joseph Louca's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(781) 407-7713
What is Dr. Louca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Louca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770727562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Louca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Louca
What is Dr. Joseph Louca's specialty?
Dr. Louca is a Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Joseph Louca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Louca is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Emerson Health 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
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Is Joseph Louca accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Louca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Louca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Louca's office at (781) 407-7713 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Louca?
Please contact Dr. Louca's office at (781) 407-7713 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Louca have?
Dr. Joseph Louca is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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