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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lefort, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Terrytown, LA?
Dr. Guy Lefort, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Terrytown, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lefort is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lefort’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lefort’s office.
What languages does Dr. Lefort speak?
Dr. Lefort and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lefort typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lefort 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. Lefort. 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lefort typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Guy Lefort may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lefort's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lefort accept my insurance?
Dr. Lefort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lefort accept in Terrytown, LA?
Dr. Lefort in Terrytown, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lefort's office located?
What is Dr. Lefort's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lefort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821363177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lefort?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lefort
What is Dr. Guy Lefort's specialty?
Dr. Lefort is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Terrytown, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Guy Lefort affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lefort is affiliated with Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Thibodaux Regional Health System, St. Tammany Parish Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Guy Lefort accepting new patients in Terrytown, LA?
Yes, Dr. Guy Lefort is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guy Lefort offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lefort's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guy Lefort?
Please contact Dr. Lefort's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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