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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stuart, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Michael Stuart, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Stuart graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Stuart is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stuart’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stuart’s office at (225) 987-9000.
Where did Dr. Stuart go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Stuart speak?
Dr. Stuart and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Stuart typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Stuart 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. Stuart. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Syphilis
- The Great Pox
- Lues
- Treponema pallidum infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A539: Syphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Stuart typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Stuart may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Stuart's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stuart accept my insurance?
Dr. Stuart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 987-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stuart accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Stuart 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)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stuart's office located?
Dr. Michael Stuart's Primary Practice
1401 N Foster Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 987-9000
What is Dr. Stuart's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stuart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770506735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stuart?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stuart
What is Dr. Michael Stuart's specialty?
Dr. Stuart is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Michael Stuart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stuart is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Stuart accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Stuart is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Stuart offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stuart's office at (225) 987-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Stuart?
Please contact Dr. Stuart's office at (225) 987-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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