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Dr. Ross Hardy, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hardy, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Ross Hardy, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hardy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hardy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hardy’s office at (337) 436-2511.

    What languages does Dr. Hardy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hardy typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hardy 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. Hardy. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hardy typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ross Hardy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hardy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hardy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 436-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hardy accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Hardy in Lake Charles, 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hardy's office located?

    Dr. Ross Hardy's Primary Practice

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    (337) 436-2511

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    Dr. Ross Hardy's Practice 2

    5000 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy # A

    Lafayette, LA 70508

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    Dr. Ross Hardy's Practice 3

    1275 Marvin Hancock Dr

    Jasper, TX 75951

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

    Dr. Hardy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881031029.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hardy?

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

    What is Dr. Ross Hardy's specialty?

    Dr. Hardy is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Ross Hardy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hardy is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Ross Hardy accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Ross Hardy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ross Hardy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hardy's office at (337) 436-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ross Hardy?

    Please contact Dr. Hardy's office at (337) 436-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hardy's office located?

    Dr. Hardy's offices are located in Lake Charles, LA, Lafayette, LA, and Jasper, TX.