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Who is Dr. Speights, Family Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Catherine Speights, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Speights completed her residency at Baton Rouge Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Speights is fluent in English, 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 (318) 212-3520.
Where did Dr. Speights go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baton Rouge Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Speights board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine 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
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Speights typically treat?
As a Family 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Speights typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Speights may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (318) 212-3520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Speights accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Speights in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Speights' office located?
Dr. Catherine Speights' Primary Practice
1666 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 105
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 212-3520
Dr. Catherine Speights' Practice 2
2751 Albert L Bicknell Dr Ste 2D
Shreveport, LA 71103
What 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 1942241450.
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. Catherine Speights's specialty?
Dr. Speights is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Catherine 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: Willis - Knighton Medical Center. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Catherine Speights accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Speights is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Speights offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Speights's office at (318) 212-3520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Speights?
Please contact Dr. Speights's office at (318) 212-3520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Speights have?
Dr. Catherine Speights is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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