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Dr. Charles Simmons

Alexandria, LA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Charles Simmons is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (318) 202-3860.

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simmons typically treat?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic mixed bipolar state
    • Severe mixed features with psychosis
    • Bipolar mixed episode with delusions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features

    What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simmons typically perform?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Simmons may include:

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

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 202-3860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Simmons in Alexandria, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. Charles Simmons' Primary Practice

    2209 N Bolton Ave

    Alexandria, LA 71303

    (318) 202-3860

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    Dr. Charles Simmons' Practice 2

    309 Jackson St

    Monroe, LA 71201

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    Dr. Charles Simmons' Practice 3

    1495 Frazier Rd

    Ruston, LA 71270

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518004142.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, LA.

    What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?

    Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability.

    Is this Dr. Charles Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Simmons is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Undersea and Hyperbaric 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 Charles Simmons accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (318) 202-3860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (318) 202-3860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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