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Dr. Mark Rice, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Marrero, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rice, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Mark Rice, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Rice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office at (504) 249-1533.

    Is Dr. Rice board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rice speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Rice may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 249-1533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Rice in Marrero, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

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    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 249-1533

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

    Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154502029.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Rice's specialty?

    Dr. Rice is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Marrero, 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. Mark Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial 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. Mark Rice accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Rice is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Rice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (504) 249-1533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Rice?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (504) 249-1533 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Rice's office is located in Marrero, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Rice have?

    Dr. Mark Rice is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.