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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sweet, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baytown, TX?
Dr. Laird Sweet, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baytown, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Sweet is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweet’s office at (281) 420-8600.
What languages does Dr. Sweet speak?
Dr. Sweet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sweet typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sweet 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. Sweet. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sweet typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laird Sweet may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sweet's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sweet accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 420-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweet accept in Baytown, TX?
Dr. Sweet in Baytown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sweet's office located?
What is Dr. Sweet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619043858.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweet
What is Dr. Laird Sweet's specialty?
Dr. Sweet is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baytown, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Laird Sweet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweet is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laird Sweet accepting new patients in Baytown, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laird Sweet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laird Sweet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweet's office at (281) 420-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laird Sweet?
Please contact Dr. Sweet's office at (281) 420-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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