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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wallace, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Robert Wallace is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Wallace is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallace’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Internist like Dr. Wallace typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wallace typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Wallace's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Wallace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wallace is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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