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Dr. John Felty, MD

Shreveport, LA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Felty, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. John Felty, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Felty completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Felty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Felty’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Felty’s office at (318) 212-5500.

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

    • Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Earl K Long Mc

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Felty board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Felty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Felty speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Felty treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Felty 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. Felty. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Court-Ordered Mental Health Evaluation
    • Forensic Psychiatric Exam
    • Legal Mental Health Assessment
    • Mandated Psychiatric Review

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z046: Encounter for general psychiatric examination, requested by authority

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Transport Accident
    • Post-accident medical exam
    • Car crash medical check
    • Transportation injury evaluation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z041: Encounter for examination and observation following transport accident

    Also known as:

    • Brief Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Short-term psychosis
    • Acute psychosis
    • Temporary mental break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F23: Brief psychotic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Which procedures does Dr. Felty perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Felty may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Felty's office.

    Does Dr. Felty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Felty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Felty accept in Shreveport, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Felty's office located?

    Dr. John Felty's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 212-5500

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    Dr. John Felty's Practice 2

    2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop

    Shreveport, LA 71118

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

    Dr. Felty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649309345.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Felty?

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

    What is Dr. John Felty's specialty?

    Dr. Felty is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Felty to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Felty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Felty is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is John Felty accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. John Felty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Felty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Felty's office at (318) 212-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Felty?

    Please contact Dr. Felty's office at (318) 212-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Felty have?

    Dr. John Felty is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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