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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Roy, Pediatrician in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Melissa Roy, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Roy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roy’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roy’s office at (225) 767-6700.
Is Dr. Roy board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Roy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Roy speak?
Dr. Roy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Roy typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Roy 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. Roy. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Flu
- Influenza with complications
- Severe Flu
- Flu side effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- J1089: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other manifestations
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Roy typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Roy may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Roy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Roy accept my insurance?
Dr. Roy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 767-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Roy accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Roy 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Roy's office located?
Dr. Melissa Roy's Primary Practice
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 103
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-6700
What is Dr. Roy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Roy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205006111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roy
What is Dr. Melissa Roy's specialty?
Dr. Roy is a Pediatrician near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Melissa Roy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Roy is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Abbeville General 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Melissa Roy accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Roy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Roy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Roy's office at (225) 767-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Roy?
Please contact Dr. Roy's office at (225) 767-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Roy have?
Dr. Melissa Roy is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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