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Dr. Brian Galofaro, MD

Dr. Brian Galofaro, MD

Bogalusa, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Galofaro, Family Medicine Specialist in Bogalusa, LA?

    Dr. Brian Galofaro, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bogalusa, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Galofaro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galofaro’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galofaro’s office at (985) 400-5566.

    Is Dr. Galofaro board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Galofaro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Galofaro speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Galofaro treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Galofaro 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. Galofaro. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Galofaro perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Galofaro may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Galofaro's office.

    Does Dr. Galofaro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Galofaro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 400-5566 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Galofaro accept in Bogalusa, LA?

    Dr. Galofaro in Bogalusa, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Galofaro's office located?

    Dr. Brian Galofaro's Primary Practice

    1416 Gobbler Head Dr

    Bogalusa, LA 70427

    (985) 400-5566

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    Dr. Brian Galofaro's Practice 2

    160 Hospital Rd

    New Roads, LA 70760

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    Dr. Brian Galofaro's Practice 3

    1411 Ochsner Blvd Ste C

    Covington, LA 70433

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

    Dr. Galofaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629298278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galofaro?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Galofaro's specialty?

    Dr. Galofaro is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bogalusa, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Galofaro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Galofaro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Galofaro is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, Slidell Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Brian Galofaro accepting new patients in Bogalusa, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Galofaro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Galofaro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Galofaro's office at (985) 400-5566 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Galofaro?

    Please contact Dr. Galofaro's office at (985) 400-5566 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Galofaro have?

    Dr. Brian Galofaro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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