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Dr. Paul Cooper, MD

Pediatrician

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cooper, Pediatrician in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Paul Cooper, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Cooper graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Cooper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cooper’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cooper’s office.

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

    • Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport

    Is Dr. Cooper board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Cooper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cooper speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cooper typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cooper typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cooper performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cooper. 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:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Cooper accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cooper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cooper 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • WebTPA

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    Where is Dr. Cooper's office located?

    Department Of Pediatrics

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cooper affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cooper has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center,Shreveport, LA
    Willis - Knighton Medical Center,Shreveport, LA

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

    Dr. Cooper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619998465.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cooper?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Cooper's specialty?

    Dr. Cooper is a Pediatrician near Shreveport, LA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Paul Cooper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Paul Cooper accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Cooper is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Cooper offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cooper's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Cooper?

    Please contact Dr. Cooper's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cooper's office located?

    Dr. Cooper's office is located in Shreveport, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Cooper have?

    Dr. Paul Cooper is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.