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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kyaw, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Htin Kyaw, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Kyaw is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kyaw’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kyaw’s office at (318) 221-8411.
What languages does Dr. Kyaw speak?
Dr. Kyaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kyaw typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kyaw 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. Kyaw. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
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:
- Hearing Aid Fitting and Adjustment
- Hearing Aids
- Hearing Device Fitting
- Hearing Aid Programming
- Audiology Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z461: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of hearing aid
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)
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kyaw typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kyaw 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. Kyaw. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Kyaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Kyaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 221-8411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kyaw accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Kyaw in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kyaw's office located?
What is Dr. Kyaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kyaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467511758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kyaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kyaw
What is Dr. Htin Kyaw's specialty?
Dr. Kyaw is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Htin Kyaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kyaw is affiliated with Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Htin Kyaw accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Htin Kyaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Htin Kyaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kyaw's office at (318) 221-8411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Htin Kyaw?
Please contact Dr. Kyaw's office at (318) 221-8411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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