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Dr. Patrice Tyson, MD

Dr. Patrice Tyson, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tyson, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Patrice Tyson, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Tyson graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed her residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Tyson is fluent in English, Persian, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyson’s office at (225) 761-5200.

    Where did Dr. Tyson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tyson board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Patrice Tyson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tyson speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tyson typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tyson 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. Tyson. 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:

    • Constipation
    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Belly Button Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1033: Periumbilical pain

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tyson typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tyson 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. Tyson. 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
    • Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
    • Anal Sphincter Injection
    • Botox for Anal Fissure
    • Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle

    CPT Codes:

    • 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy for Foreign Body Removal
    • EGD for Foreign Body
    • Gastroscopy for Object Removal
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy for Foreign Body

    CPT Codes:

    • 43247: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body(s)

    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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    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. Tyson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 761-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tyson accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Tyson in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Patrice Tyson's Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 409

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 761-5200

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    Dr. Patrice Tyson's Practice 2

    17000 Medical Center Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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

    Dr. Tyson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558569764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyson?

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

    What is Dr. Patrice Tyson's specialty?

    Dr. Tyson is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Baton Rouge, LA.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is this Dr. Patrice Tyson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tyson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Patrice Tyson accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Patrice Tyson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patrice Tyson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (225) 761-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Patrice Tyson?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (225) 761-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Patrice Tyson have?

    Dr. Patrice Tyson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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