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Dr. Yihong Zheng, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zheng, Family Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Yihong Zheng, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zheng graduated from First Medical College of the Navy and completed her residency at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Zheng is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zheng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zheng’s office.

    Where did Dr. Zheng go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: First Medical College of the Navy

    What languages does Dr. Zheng speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yihong Zheng may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zheng accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Zheng in Baton Rouge, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Ochsner Health

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • WebTPA

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    Where is Dr. Zheng's office located?

    Dr. Yihong Zheng's Primary Practice

    16777 Medical Center Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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    Dr. Yihong Zheng's Practice 2

    10310 The Grove Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70836

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    Dr. Yihong Zheng's Practice 3

    139 Veterans Blvd

    Denham Springs, LA 70726

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

    Dr. Zheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881615805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zheng?

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

    What is Dr. Yihong Zheng's specialty?

    Dr. Zheng is a Family Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, 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 Dr. Yihong Zheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zheng is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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

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    Is Dr. Yihong Zheng accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Yihong Zheng is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yihong Zheng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zheng's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yihong Zheng?

    Please contact Dr. Zheng's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zheng's office located?

    Dr. Zheng's offices are located in Baton Rouge, LA and Denham Springs, LA.