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Dr. Howard Raphael, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Hammond, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Raphael, Family Medicine Specialist in Hammond, LA?

    Dr. Howard Raphael, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hammond, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Raphael completed his residency at University Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Raphael is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raphael’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raphael’s office at (985) 230-5800.

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

    • Residency: University Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University Med Center

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

    Is Dr. Raphael board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Raphael, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Raphael speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Raphael typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Raphael 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. Raphael. 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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Blood Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Raphael typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Raphael may include:

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

    Does Dr. Raphael accept my insurance?

    Dr. Raphael accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 230-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Raphael accept in Hammond, LA?

    Dr. Raphael in Hammond, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Raphael's office located?

    Dr. Howard Raphael's Primary Practice

    1902 S Morrison Blvd

    Hammond, LA 70403

    (985) 230-5800

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    Dr. Howard Raphael's Practice 2

    28050 Walker Rd S

    Walker, LA 70785

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    Dr. Howard Raphael's Practice 3

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr

    Hammond, LA 70403

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

    Dr. Raphael's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881639797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raphael?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Raphael's specialty?

    Dr. Raphael is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hammond, 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 Dr. Howard Raphael affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Raphael is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Howard Raphael accepting new patients in Hammond, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Raphael is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Raphael offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Raphael's office at (985) 230-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Raphael?

    Please contact Dr. Raphael's office at (985) 230-5800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Raphael's office located?

    Dr. Raphael's offices are located in Hammond, LA and Walker, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Raphael have?

    Dr. Howard Raphael is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.