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Dr. James Sylvester, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Mandeville, LA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sylvester, Family Medicine Specialist in Mandeville, LA?

    Dr. James Sylvester, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mandeville, LA. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Sylvester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sylvester’s office at (985) 249-5600.

    What languages does Dr. Sylvester speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sylvester typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sylvester 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. Sylvester. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, 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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sylvester typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Sylvester may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sylvester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sylvester accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Sylvester's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Sylvester's office located?

    Dr. James Sylvester's Primary Practice

    1111 N Causeway Blvd

    Mandeville, LA 70471

    (985) 249-5600

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sylvester affiliated with?

    Dr. Sylvester has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Fremont Hospital,Fremont, CA

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

    Dr. Sylvester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366698961.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sylvester?

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

    What is Dr. James Sylvester's specialty?

    Dr. Sylvester is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mandeville, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. James Sylvester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Sylvester is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fremont Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. James Sylvester accepting new patients in Mandeville, LA?

    Yes, Dr. James Sylvester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Sylvester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sylvester's office at (985) 249-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Sylvester?

    Please contact Dr. Sylvester's office at (985) 249-5600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sylvester's office located?

    Dr. Sylvester's office is located in Mandeville, LA.