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Dr. Carl Ross, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Lake Charles, LA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ross, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Carl Ross, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He has been practicing for over 47 years. Dr. Ross graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Ross is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ross’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ross’s office at (337) 439-4923.

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

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Howard University Hospital | Howard University Program

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ross speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Ross typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Ross 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. Ross. 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 Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Disease
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Ross typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Carl Ross may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ross accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 439-4923 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ross accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Ross in Lake Charles, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ross' office located?

    Dr. Carl Ross' Primary Practice

    410 Louisiana Ave

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    (337) 439-4923

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ross affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ross has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital,Lake Charles, LA

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

    Dr. Ross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295788370.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ross?

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

    What is Dr. Carl Ross's specialty?

    Dr. Ross is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Carl Ross affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ross is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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. Carl Ross accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Ross is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Ross offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ross' office at (337) 439-4923 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Ross?

    Please contact Dr. Ross' office at (337) 439-4923 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ross' office located?

    Dr. Ross' office is located in Lake Charles, LA.