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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Branton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Effie Branton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Branton completed her residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Branton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Branton’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Branton’s office.
Where did Dr. Branton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Earl K Long Med Center
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La
What languages does Dr. Branton speak?
Dr. Branton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Branton treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Branton 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. Branton. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Which procedures does Dr. Branton perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Effie Branton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Branton's office.
Does Dr. Branton accept my insurance?
Dr. Branton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Branton accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Branton in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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BCBS Triple-S
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Branton's office located?
What is Dr. Branton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Branton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356365217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Branton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Branton
What is Dr. Effie Branton's specialty?
Dr. Branton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Branton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Effie Branton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Branton is affiliated with Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner LSU Health - Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Effie Branton accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Effie Branton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Effie Branton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Branton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Effie Branton?
Please contact Dr. Branton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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