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Dr. Rachel Shard

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Hammond, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shard, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hammond, LA?

    Dr. Rachel Shard is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hammond, LA. Dr. Shard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shard’s office at (985) 230-1300.

    What languages does Dr. Shard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shard typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shard 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. Shard. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    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:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shard typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Shard may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 230-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shard accept in Hammond, LA?

    Dr. Shard in Hammond, LA 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 Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shard's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Shard's Primary Practice

    15790 Paul Vega Md Dr

    Hammond, LA 70403

    (985) 230-1300

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

    Dr. Shard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093039018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shard?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Shard's specialty?

    Dr. Shard is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hammond, LA.

    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 Dr. Rachel Shard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shard is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Rachel Shard accepting new patients in Hammond, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Shard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Shard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shard's office at (985) 230-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Shard?

    Please contact Dr. Shard's office at (985) 230-1300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shard's office located?

    Dr. Shard's office is located in Hammond, LA.