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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hawkins, Family Medicine Specialist in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Richard Hawkins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA. Dr. Hawkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hawkins’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hawkins’s office at (337) 424-5923.
What languages does Dr. Hawkins speak?
Dr. Hawkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hawkins typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hawkins 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. Hawkins. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hawkins typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Hawkins may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hawkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hawkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Hawkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 424-5923 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hawkins accept in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Hawkins in Monroe, 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
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hawkins' office located?
What is Dr. Hawkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hawkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396007324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hawkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hawkins
What is Dr. Richard Hawkins's specialty?
Dr. Hawkins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Monroe, 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 this Dr. Richard Hawkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hawkins is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Hawkins accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hawkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Hawkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hawkins's office at (337) 424-5923 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Hawkins?
Please contact Dr. Hawkins's office at (337) 424-5923 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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