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Dr. Lauren Buck, MD

Dr. Lauren Buck, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buck, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Lauren Buck, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Buck is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buck’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buck’s office at (601) 984-5900.

    What languages does Dr. Buck speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buck treat?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Buck 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. Buck. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Laryngomalacia at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Throat Disorder
    • Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
    • Soft Voice Box Cartilage
    • Congenital Laryngomalacia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    Also known as:

    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Stridor
    • Breathing Problems
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities
    • High-pitched breathing sound
    • Wheezing (harsh)
    • Noisy breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
    • R061: Stridor

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Having a Tracheostomy
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach tube
    • Tracheotomy
    • Tracheal opening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z930: Tracheostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Does Dr. Buck accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 984-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Buck 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buck's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Buck's Primary Practice

    8200 Constantin Blvd Fl 3

    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

    (601) 984-5900

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    Dr. Lauren Buck's Practice 2

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

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

    Dr. Buck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639565013.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buck?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Buck's specialty?

    Dr. Buck is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Baton Rouge, LA. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Buck to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lauren Buck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buck is affiliated with Woman's Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Otolaryngologist?

    Explore Pediatric Otolaryngologist with 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 Lauren Buck accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Buck is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Buck offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buck's office at (601) 984-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Buck?

    Please contact Dr. Buck's office at (601) 984-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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