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Who is Dr. Wallace, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Robert Wallace, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wallace is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallace’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallace’s office at (225) 765-4050.
What languages does Dr. Wallace speak?
Dr. Wallace and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wallace treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Wallace 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. Wallace. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wallace perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Wallace may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wallace's office.
Does Dr. Wallace accept my insurance?
Dr. Wallace accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wallace accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Wallace 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?
Dr. Robert Wallace's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-4050
What is Dr. Wallace's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wallace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801337134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallace?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wallace
What is Dr. Robert Wallace's specialty?
Dr. Wallace is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Wallace to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Wallace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wallace is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, Lane Regional Medical Center. 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
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Is Robert Wallace accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Robert Wallace is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wallace offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (225) 765-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wallace?
Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (225) 765-4050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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