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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guidry, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Paul Guidry, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Guidry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guidry’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guidry’s office at (318) 212-7990.
What languages does Dr. Guidry speak?
Dr. Guidry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Guidry typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Guidry 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. Guidry. 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:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Guidry typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Guidry 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. Guidry. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Guidry accept my insurance?
Dr. Guidry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-7990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guidry accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Guidry in Shreveport, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WebTPA
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Where is Dr. Guidry's office located?
Dr. Paul Guidry's Primary Practice
1534 Elizabeth Ave Ste 401B
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 212-7990
What is Dr. Guidry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guidry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700143237.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guidry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guidry
What is Dr. Paul Guidry's specialty?
Dr. Guidry is a Internist near Shreveport, 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. Paul Guidry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guidry is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary 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
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Is Paul Guidry accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Guidry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Guidry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guidry's office at (318) 212-7990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Guidry?
Please contact Dr. Guidry's office at (318) 212-7990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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