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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rudd, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. David Rudd, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rudd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rudd’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rudd’s office at (337) 436-2511.
What languages does Dr. Rudd speak?
Dr. Rudd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rudd typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rudd 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. Rudd. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rudd typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Rudd 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. Rudd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rudd accept my insurance?
Dr. Rudd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 436-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rudd accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Rudd in Lake Charles, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rudd's office located?
What is Dr. Rudd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rudd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114458981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rudd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rudd
What is Dr. David Rudd's specialty?
Dr. Rudd is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lake Charles, 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. David Rudd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rudd is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General 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 David Rudd accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. David Rudd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Rudd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rudd's office at (337) 436-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Rudd?
Please contact Dr. Rudd's office at (337) 436-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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