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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lapointe, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Marc Lapointe, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Lapointe completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Lapointe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lapointe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lapointe’s office at (337) 981-4675.
Where did Dr. Lapointe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
What languages does Dr. Lapointe speak?
Dr. Lapointe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lapointe typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lapointe 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. Lapointe. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lapointe typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marc Lapointe 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. Lapointe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lapointe accept my insurance?
Dr. Lapointe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 981-4675 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lapointe accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Lapointe in Lafayette, 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
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lapointe's office located?
Dr. Marc Lapointe's Primary Practice
4906 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Ste 350
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 981-4675
What is Dr. Lapointe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lapointe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922020452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lapointe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lapointe
What is Dr. Marc Lapointe's specialty?
Dr. Lapointe is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, 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 this Dr. Marc Lapointe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lapointe is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marc Lapointe accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Marc Lapointe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marc Lapointe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lapointe's office at (337) 981-4675 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marc Lapointe?
Please contact Dr. Lapointe's office at (337) 981-4675 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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