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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jackson, Internist in Franklin, LA?
Dr. Victor Jackson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Franklin, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Jackson completed his residency at Usphs Hosp, Internal Medicine; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Jackson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jackson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jackson’s office at (337) 365-4945.
Where did Dr. Jackson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Usphs Hosp, Internal Medicine; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jackson speak?
Dr. Jackson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Jackson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Jackson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Victor Jackson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Jackson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jackson accept my insurance?
Dr. Jackson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 365-4945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jackson accept in Franklin, LA?
Dr. Jackson in Franklin, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
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. Jackson's office located?
What is Dr. Jackson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jackson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114968351.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jackson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jackson
What is Dr. Victor Jackson's specialty?
Dr. Jackson is a Internist near Franklin, 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. Victor Jackson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jackson is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Victor Jackson accepting new patients in Franklin, LA?
Yes, Dr. Victor Jackson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Jackson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jackson's office at (337) 365-4945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Jackson?
Please contact Dr. Jackson's office at (337) 365-4945 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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