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Dr. Kristen Pontiff, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Pediatric Emergency Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
Baton Rouge, LA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pontiff, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kristen Pontiff, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Pontiff is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pontiff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pontiff’s office at (225) 374-1410.
What languages does Dr. Pontiff speak?
Dr. Pontiff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pontiff typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pontiff 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. Pontiff. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Medical Check After Other Accident
- Medical Check After Transport Accident
- Post-injury medical exam
- Accident injury evaluation
- General accident checkup
- Post-accident medical exam
- Car crash medical check
- Transportation injury evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident
- Z041: Encounter for examination and observation following transport accident
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pontiff typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Pontiff may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pontiff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pontiff accept my insurance?
Dr. Pontiff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 374-1410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pontiff accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Pontiff in Baton Rouge, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pontiff's office located?
Dr. Kristen Pontiff's Primary Practice
8300 Constantin Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 374-1410
What is Dr. Pontiff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pontiff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912340910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pontiff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pontiff
What is Dr. Kristen Pontiff's specialty?
Dr. Pontiff is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Kristen Pontiff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pontiff is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Pontiff accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Kristen Pontiff is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Pontiff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pontiff's office at (225) 374-1410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Pontiff?
Please contact Dr. Pontiff's office at (225) 374-1410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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