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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boston, Endocrinologist in Bossier City, LA?
Dr. Dakota Boston, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Bossier City, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Boston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boston’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boston’s office at (318) 212-7902.
What languages does Dr. Boston speak?
Dr. Boston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Boston treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Boston 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. Boston. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Hypoglycemia
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hypoglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Low blood sugar from diabetes
- Diabetic low blood sugar
- Hypoglycemic episode
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E11649: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hypoglycemia without coma
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes with Low Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hypoglycemia
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Diabetic Hypoglycemia
- Low Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- Hypoglycemic Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E10649: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hypoglycemia without coma
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Overview
- Sugar Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Which procedures does Dr. Boston perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dakota Boston may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Boston's office.
Does Dr. Boston accept my insurance?
Dr. Boston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-7902 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boston accept in Bossier City, LA?
Dr. Boston in Bossier City, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Boston's office located?
Dr. Dakota Boston's Primary Practice
2449 Hospital Dr Ste 400
Bossier City, LA 71111
(318) 212-7902
Dr. Dakota Boston's Practice 3
1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 480
Shreveport, LA 71105
What is Dr. Boston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962899971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boston
What is Dr. Dakota Boston's specialty?
Dr. Boston is a Endocrinologist near Bossier City, LA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Boston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dakota Boston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boston is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System 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
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Is Dakota Boston accepting new patients in Bossier City, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dakota Boston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dakota Boston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boston's office at (318) 212-7902 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dakota Boston?
Please contact Dr. Boston's office at (318) 212-7902 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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