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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samudia, Adult Medicine Specialist in Oakdale, LA?
Dr. Ricardo Samudia, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakdale, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Samudia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samudia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samudia’s office at (337) 475-8100.
What languages does Dr. Samudia speak?
Dr. Samudia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Samudia treat?
As a Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Samudia 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. Samudia. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Samudia perform as a Adult Medicine Specialist?
As a Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ricardo Samudia may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Samudia's office.
Does Dr. Samudia accept my insurance?
Dr. Samudia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 475-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samudia accept in Oakdale, LA?
Dr. Samudia in Oakdale, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
Texas Children's Hospital
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Where is Dr. Samudia's office located?
What is Dr. Samudia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samudia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831142355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samudia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samudia
What is Dr. Ricardo Samudia's specialty?
Dr. Samudia is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Oakdale, LA. The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one. Contact Dr. Samudia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Samudia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samudia 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
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Is Ricardo Samudia accepting new patients in Oakdale, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Samudia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Samudia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samudia's office at (337) 475-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Samudia?
Please contact Dr. Samudia's office at (337) 475-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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