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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scarborough, Endocrinologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. David Scarborough, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Scarborough graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scarborough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scarborough’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scarborough’s office at (318) 626-0050.
Where did Dr. Scarborough go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Scarborough board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. David Scarborough, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scarborough speak?
Dr. Scarborough and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Scarborough typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Scarborough 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. Scarborough. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Scarborough typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Scarborough may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Scarborough's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scarborough accept my insurance?
Dr. Scarborough 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. Scarborough accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Scarborough 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
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Scarborough's office located?
What is Dr. Scarborough's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scarborough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376564047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scarborough?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scarborough
What is Dr. David Scarborough's specialty?
Dr. Scarborough is a Endocrinologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. David Scarborough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scarborough is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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
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Is David Scarborough accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. David Scarborough is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Scarborough offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scarborough's office at (318) 626-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Scarborough?
Please contact Dr. Scarborough's office at (318) 626-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Scarborough have?
Dr. David Scarborough is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Scarborough
Department Of Medicine Endocrinology
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103