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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rizk, Endocrinologist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Ghyass Rizk, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rizk completed his residency at Med College Wi Affil Hosps. Dr. Rizk is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizk’s office at (337) 264-9787.
Where did Dr. Rizk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med College Wi Affil Hosps | Mercy Hospital and Med Center
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Rizk board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Ghyass Rizk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rizk speak?
Dr. Rizk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Rizk typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Rizk 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. Rizk. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Rizk typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Rizk performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Rizk. 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:
- Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- FNA Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy without Imaging
- Tissue Sample Collection
CPT Codes:
- 10021: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, without imaging guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Rizk accept my insurance?
Dr. Rizk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 264-9787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rizk accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Rizk 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)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rizk's office located?
What is Dr. Rizk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rizk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144267360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rizk
What is Dr. Ghyass Rizk's specialty?
Dr. Rizk is a Endocrinologist near Lafayette, LA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Ghyass Rizk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rizk is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical 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
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Is Ghyass Rizk accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ghyass Rizk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ghyass Rizk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rizk's office at (337) 264-9787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ghyass Rizk?
Please contact Dr. Rizk's office at (337) 264-9787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ghyass Rizk have?
Dr. Ghyass Rizk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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