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Dr. Joshua Bacon, MD

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bacon, Family Medicine Specialist in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Joshua Bacon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bacon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bacon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bacon’s office at (337) 439-2020.

    What languages does Dr. Bacon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bacon typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bacon 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. Bacon. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    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
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bacon typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Bacon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bacon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bacon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 439-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bacon accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Bacon in Lake Charles, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bacon's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Bacon's Primary Practice

    4345 Nelson Rd Ste 102

    Lake Charles, LA 70605

    (337) 439-2020

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    Dr. Joshua Bacon's Practice 2

    110 W 4th St

    Dequincy, LA 70633

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

    Dr. Bacon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396274551.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bacon?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Bacon's specialty?

    Dr. Bacon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Bacon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bacon is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Abbeville General 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Joshua Bacon accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Bacon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Bacon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bacon's office at (337) 439-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Bacon?

    Please contact Dr. Bacon's office at (337) 439-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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