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Dr. Caroline Battles, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Winnfield, LA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Battles, Family Medicine Specialist in Winnfield, LA?

    Dr. Caroline Battles, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Winnfield, LA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Battles graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at La State Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Battles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Battles’s office at (318) 648-0375.

    Where did Dr. Battles go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: La State Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Battles speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Battles typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Battles 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. Battles. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Battles typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Caroline Battles may include:

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

    Does Dr. Battles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Battles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 648-0375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Battles accept in Winnfield, LA?

    Dr. Battles in Winnfield, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Humana

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Battles' office located?

    Dr. Caroline Battles' Primary Practice

    431 W Lafayette St

    Winnfield, LA 71483

    (318) 648-0375

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    Grant Community Health Center

    340 Webb Smith Dr

    Colfax, LA 71417

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

    Dr. Battles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316966401.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Battles?

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

    What is Dr. Caroline Battles's specialty?

    Dr. Battles is a Family Medicine Specialist near Winnfield, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Caroline Battles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Battles is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Caroline Battles accepting new patients in Winnfield, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Battles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caroline Battles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Battles' office at (318) 648-0375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Battles?

    Please contact Dr. Battles' office at (318) 648-0375 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Battles' office located?

    Dr. Battles' offices are located in Winnfield, LA and Colfax, LA.