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Dr. Marlon Medford, MD

Critical Care Internist

Alexandria, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Medford, Critical Care Internist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Marlon Medford, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Medford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medford’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medford’s office at (318) 451-3977.

    What languages does Dr. Medford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Medford typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Medford 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. Medford. 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 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:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Medford typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Medford performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Medford. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Medford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Medford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 451-3977 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Medford accept in Alexandria, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Medford's office located?

    Dr. Marlon Medford's Primary Practice

    211 4th St Ste 200

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 451-3977

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    Dr. Marlon Medford's Practice 2

    3330 Masonic Dr

    Alexandria, LA 71301

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    Dr. Marlon Medford's Practice 3

    701 Cypress St

    Sulphur, LA 70663

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    What hospitals are Dr. Medford affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Medford has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lasalle General Hospital,Jena, LA

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

    Dr. Medford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053545152.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medford?

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

    What is Dr. Marlon Medford's specialty?

    Dr. Medford is a Critical Care Internist near Alexandria, LA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Marlon Medford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Medford is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Dr. Marlon Medford accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Marlon Medford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marlon Medford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Medford's office at (318) 451-3977 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marlon Medford?

    Please contact Dr. Medford's office at (318) 451-3977 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Medford's office located?

    Dr. Medford's offices are located in Alexandria, LA and Sulphur, LA.