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Dr. Kenneth Parks, MD

Crowley, LA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parks, Internist in Crowley, LA?

    Dr. Kenneth Parks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Crowley, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Parks completed his residency at Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Parks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parks’s office at (337) 506-2060.

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

    • Residency: Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | U Fla

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Parks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Parks typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Parks 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. Parks. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Parks typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Parks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Parks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 506-2060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parks accept in Crowley, LA?

    Dr. Parks in Crowley, 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fidelity Insurance Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Parks' office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Parks' Primary Practice

    1305 Crowley Rayne Hwy

    Crowley, LA 70526

    (337) 506-2060

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    Dr. Kenneth Parks' Practice 2

    1310 W 7th St

    Kaplan, LA 70548

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    Dr. Kenneth Parks' Practice 3

    539 E Prudhomme St

    Opelousas, LA 70570

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

    Dr. Parks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952349078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parks?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Parks's specialty?

    Dr. Parks is a Internist near Crowley, 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. Kenneth Parks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parks is affiliated with Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Kenneth Parks accepting new patients in Crowley, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Parks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Parks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parks's office at (337) 506-2060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Parks?

    Please contact Dr. Parks's office at (337) 506-2060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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