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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Folgar, Family Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Rosa Folgar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Folgar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folgar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folgar’s office at (225) 761-5200.
Is Dr. Folgar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rosa Folgar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Folgar speak?
Dr. Folgar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Folgar typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Folgar 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. Folgar. 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:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Metabolic Disorder
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
- Syndrome X
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance
- E88810: Metabolic syndrome
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar risk
- Borderline diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88819: Insulin resistance, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Folgar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rosa Folgar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Folgar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Folgar accept my insurance?
Dr. Folgar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 761-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Folgar accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Folgar in Baton Rouge, 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
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Folgar's office located?
What is Dr. Folgar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Folgar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891825279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folgar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Folgar
What is Dr. Rosa Folgar's specialty?
Dr. Folgar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, 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 this Dr. Rosa Folgar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Folgar is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 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 Rosa Folgar accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rosa Folgar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rosa Folgar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Folgar's office at (225) 761-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rosa Folgar?
Please contact Dr. Folgar's office at (225) 761-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rosa Folgar have?
Dr. Rosa Folgar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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