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Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Surgeon, Trauma Surgeon

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tolentino Aquino, Critical Care Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Tolentino Aquino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tolentino Aquino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tolentino Aquino’s office at (318) 212-9440.

    What languages does Dr. Tolentino Aquino speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Tolentino Aquino typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Tolentino Aquino 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. Tolentino Aquino. 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Transport Accident
    • Post-accident medical exam
    • Car crash medical check
    • Transportation injury evaluation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z041: Encounter for examination and observation following transport accident

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Tolentino Aquino typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino Aquino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tolentino Aquino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tolentino Aquino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Tolentino Aquino in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tolentino Aquino's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 212-9440

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

    Dr. Tolentino Aquino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700291150.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tolentino Aquino?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino's specialty?

    Dr. Tolentino Aquino is a Critical Care Surgeon near Shreveport, LA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tolentino Aquino is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Riverside Regional 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 Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino Aquino's office at (318) 212-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Tolentino Aquino?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino Aquino's office at (318) 212-9440 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tolentino Aquino's office located?

    Dr. Tolentino Aquino's office is located in Shreveport, LA.