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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Louis, Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Charles Louis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Louis graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Louis is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Louis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Louis’s office at (337) 262-0091.
Where did Dr. Louis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico | National Autonomous University of Mexico / School of Higher Studies - | University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Louis board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Louis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Louis speak?
Dr. Louis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Louis typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Louis 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. Louis. 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Leg
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg Vein
- Lower Extremity DVT
ICD-10 Codes:
- I82409: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of unspecified lower extremity
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:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Hyperactive ADHD
- Impulsive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Louis typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Louis may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Louis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Louis accept my insurance?
Dr. Louis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 262-0091 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Louis accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Louis in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Louis' office located?
What is Dr. Louis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Louis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982650917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Louis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Louis
What is Dr. Charles Louis's specialty?
Dr. Louis is a Internist near Lafayette, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Charles Louis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Louis is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Louis accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Louis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Louis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Louis's office at (337) 262-0091 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Louis?
Please contact Dr. Louis's office at (337) 262-0091 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Louis have?
Dr. Charles Louis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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