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Dr. Jennifer Olson, MD

Shreveport, LA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Jennifer Olson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Olson graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Olson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office at (318) 626-0050.

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

    • Residency: Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine | Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital

    • Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Olson board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Olson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Olson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Olson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:

    • Child Sexual Abuse
    • Child Physical Abuse Medical Exam
    • Child Maltreatment
    • Child Physical Abuse
    • Child Neglect or Abandonment
    • Child Abuse
    • Child Molestation
    • Child Sexual Assault
    • Child Exploitation
    • Child abuse medical evaluation
    • Forensic exam for child abuse
    • Child protection medical assessment
    • Child Neglect
    • Mistreatment of Children
    • Child Battery
    • Physical Harm to Child
    • Child Mistreatment
    • Harm to Child
    • Parental Neglect
    • Child Abandonment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T7622XA: Child sexual abuse, suspected, initial encounter
    • Z0472: Encounter for examination and observation following alleged child physical abuse
    • T7492XA: Unspecified child maltreatment, confirmed, initial encounter
    • T7612XA: Child physical abuse, suspected, initial encounter
    • T7692XA: Unspecified child maltreatment, suspected, initial encounter
    • T7602XA: Child neglect or abandonment, suspected, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Child Sexual Abuse
    • Child Neglect or Abandonment
    • Child Physical Abuse
    • Child Abuse
    • Child sexual assault
    • Sexual violence against children
    • Child molestation
    • Child abandonment
    • Neglected child
    • Child maltreatment
    • Child assault
    • Physical violence against children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T7422XA: Child sexual abuse, confirmed, initial encounter
    • T7402XA: Child neglect or abandonment, confirmed, initial encounter
    • T7412XA: Child physical abuse, confirmed, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Child in Foster Care
    • Child in state care
    • Child in protective custody
    • Foster child

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6221: Child in welfare custody

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    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:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Olson perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Jennifer Olson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Olson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Olson 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Olson's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Olson's Primary Practice

    1501 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 626-0050

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

    Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053332825.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?

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

    What is Dr. Jennifer Olson's specialty?

    Dr. Olson is a Pediatrician near Shreveport, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Olson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jennifer Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Jennifer Olson accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Olson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jennifer Olson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (318) 626-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Olson?

    Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (318) 626-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Olson have?

    Dr. Jennifer Olson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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