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Accepting patients
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. Dr. Boston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boston’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boston’s office at (318) 212-3456.
What languages does Dr. Boston speak?
Dr. Boston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Boston typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified 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
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Boston typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Boston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Boston accept my insurance?
Dr. Boston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3456 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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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) 212-3456
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.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
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.
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 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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) 212-3456 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) 212-3456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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