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Who is Dr. Speights, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Charles Speights, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Speights completed his residency at Northeast Al Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Speights is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Speights’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Speights’s office at (337) 485-1250.
Where did Dr. Speights go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northeast Al Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Saba Univ Sch Of Med, Saba, Netherland Antilles
Is Dr. Speights board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Speights, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Speights speak?
Dr. Speights and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Speights typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Speights 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. Speights. 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:
- 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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Speights typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Speights 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. Speights' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Speights accept my insurance?
Dr. Speights accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 485-1250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Speights accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Speights in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Speights' office located?
Dr. Charles Speights' Primary Practice
1727 Imperial Blvd Bldg 3
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 485-1250
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Charles Speights an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Speights has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Speights, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Speights's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Speights's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821037383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Speights?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Speights
What is Dr. Charles Speights's specialty?
Dr. Speights is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lake Charles, 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. Charles Speights affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Speights is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bunkie General Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Speights accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Speights is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Speights offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Speights's office at (337) 485-1250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Speights?
Please contact Dr. Speights's office at (337) 485-1250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Speights have?
Dr. Charles Speights is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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