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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berkowitz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Wayne Berkowitz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Berkowitz completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berkowitz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berkowitz’s office at (985) 646-5189.
Where did Dr. Berkowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
What languages does Dr. Berkowitz speak?
Dr. Berkowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Berkowitz typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Berkowitz typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wayne Berkowitz may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Berkowitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Berkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 646-5189 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berkowitz accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Berkowitz in Slidell, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?
Dr. Wayne Berkowitz's Primary Practice
100 Medical Center Dr
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 646-5189
What is Dr. Berkowitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225076169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berkowitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berkowitz
What is Dr. Wayne Berkowitz's specialty?
Dr. Berkowitz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Slidell, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Wayne Berkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berkowitz is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, North Oaks 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
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Is Wayne Berkowitz accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Berkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wayne Berkowitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (985) 646-5189 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wayne Berkowitz?
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (985) 646-5189 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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