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Dr. Fred Patterson, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

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    Who is Dr. Patterson, Pediatrician in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Fred Patterson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patterson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patterson’s office at (225) 791-7337.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Patterson?

    Dr. Fred Patterson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Patterson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baton Rouge/LA community, Dr. Patterson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      What languages does Dr. Patterson speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Patterson treat?

      As a Pediatrician, Dr. Patterson 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. Patterson. 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:

      • 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:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z23: Encounter for immunization

      Also known as:

      • Acute Cough
      • Cough
      • Sudden cough
      • Short-term cough
      • New cough

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R051: Acute cough

      Also known as:

      • ADHD, Combined Type
      • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
      • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
      • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
      • Combined ADHD
      • Typical ADHD
      • ADD
      • Inattentive ADHD

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
      • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

      Also known as:

      • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
      • Health Checkup
      • Routine child exam with issues
      • Pediatric checkup with concerns
      • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Fever
      • High temperature
      • Pyrexia
      • Elevated body temperature

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R509: Fever, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
      • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
      • Normal Hearing Test
      • Clear Ear Checkup
      • Routine Audiology Exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Ear Infection
      • Left Ear Infection
      • Otitis Media
      • Middle Ear Infection
      • Ear Inflammation
      • Left Middle Ear Infection
      • Left Otitis Media
      • Left Earache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
      • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

      Also known as:

      • Sore Throat
      • Acute pharyngitis
      • Throat inflammation
      • Acute throat infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Vomiting
      • Nausea and Vomiting
      • Throwing up
      • Emesis
      • Puking

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Sore Throat
      • Throat pain
      • Pharyngitis
      • Throat discomfort

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R070: Pain in throat

      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:

      • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
      • Various pre-op checks
      • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
      • Other pre-treatment assessments

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

      Also known as:

      • Painful Urination
      • Urine and Urination
      • Dysuria
      • Burning when peeing
      • Stinging during urination

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R300: Dysuria

      Also known as:

      • Viral Intestinal Infection
      • Gastroenteritis
      • Viral Infection
      • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
      • Viral stomach flu
      • Viral enteritis
      • Viral gut infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Widespread Abdominal Pain
      • Abdominal Pain
      • General stomach pain
      • Overall belly pain
      • Diffuse abdominal pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

      Which procedures does Dr. Patterson perform as a Pediatrician?

      As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Fred Patterson may include:

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

      Does Dr. Patterson accept my insurance?

      Dr. Patterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 791-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Patterson accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

      Dr. Patterson in Baton Rouge, 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

      • City of Los Angeles

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Department of Defense / Tricare

      • Express Scripts

      • Humana

      • Independence Blue Cross

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Patterson's office located?

      Dr. Fred Patterson's Primary Practice

      7373 Perkins Rd

      Baton Rouge, LA 70808

      (225) 791-7337

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      Dr. Fred Patterson's Practice 2

      169 Del Norte Ave

      Denham Spgs, LA 70726

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      Dr. Fred Patterson's Practice 3

      710 Colonial Dr

      Baton Rouge, LA 70806

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

      Dr. Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841211521.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patterson?

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

      What is Dr. Fred Patterson's specialty?

      Dr. Patterson is a Pediatrician near Baton Rouge, 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. Patterson to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Fred Patterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Patterson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Fred Patterson accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

      Yes, Dr. Fred Patterson is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Fred Patterson offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Patterson's office at (225) 791-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Fred Patterson?

      Please contact Dr. Patterson's office at (225) 791-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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