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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vermaelen, Critical Care Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. James Vermaelen, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vermaelen is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vermaelen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vermaelen’s office at (225) 765-5864.
What languages does Dr. Vermaelen speak?
Dr. Vermaelen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vermaelen typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Vermaelen 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. Vermaelen. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vermaelen typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Vermaelen 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. Vermaelen. 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:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Vermaelen accept my insurance?
Dr. Vermaelen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vermaelen accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Vermaelen in Baton Rouge, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vermaelen's office located?
Dr. James Vermaelen's Primary Practice
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 701
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-5864
What is Dr. Vermaelen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vermaelen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467693440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vermaelen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vermaelen
What is Dr. James Vermaelen's specialty?
Dr. Vermaelen is a Critical Care Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. James Vermaelen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vermaelen is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 James Vermaelen accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. James Vermaelen is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Vermaelen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vermaelen's office at (225) 765-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Vermaelen?
Please contact Dr. Vermaelen's office at (225) 765-5864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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