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Dr. Spencer Tucker, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Luling, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tucker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Luling, LA?

    Dr. Spencer Tucker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Luling, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tucker graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (225) 294-0532.

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

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Tucker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Spencer Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tucker typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tucker typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Spencer Tucker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 294-0532 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Luling, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

    Dr. Spencer Tucker's Primary Practice

    1057 Paul Maillard Rd

    Luling, LA 70070

    (225) 294-0532

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    Dr. Spencer Tucker's Practice 2

    180 W Esplanade Ave

    Kenner, LA 70065

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    Dr. Spencer Tucker's Practice 3

    17000 Medical Center Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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

    Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427277888.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?

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

    What is Dr. Spencer Tucker's specialty?

    Dr. Tucker is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Luling, 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 Dr. Spencer Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Terrebonne General Health System 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Spencer Tucker accepting new patients in Luling, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Spencer Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Spencer Tucker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (225) 294-0532 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Spencer Tucker?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (225) 294-0532 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

    Dr. Tucker's offices are located in Luling, LA, Kenner, LA, and Baton Rouge, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Spencer Tucker have?

    Dr. Spencer Tucker is certified by the American Board of Surgery.