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Dr. Paul Bracey, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bracey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Paul Bracey, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Bracey graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bracey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bracey’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bracey’s office at (318) 212-9440.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program

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

    Is Dr. Bracey board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Bracey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bracey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bracey treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bracey 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. Bracey. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Brief Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Short-term psychosis
    • Acute psychosis
    • Temporary mental break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F23: Brief psychotic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Court-Ordered Mental Health Evaluation
    • Forensic Psychiatric Exam
    • Legal Mental Health Assessment
    • Mandated Psychiatric Review

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z046: Encounter for general psychiatric examination, requested by authority

    Which procedures does Dr. Bracey perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Bracey may include:

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    Does Dr. Bracey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bracey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bracey accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Bracey in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bracey's office located?

    Dr. Paul Bracey's Primary Practice

    1641 E 70th St Ste 300

    Shreveport, LA 71105

    (318) 212-9440

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    Dr. Paul Bracey's Practice 2

    2113 Airline Dr Ste 100

    Bossier City, LA 71111

    (318) 626-0038

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    Dr. Paul Bracey's Practice 3

    1221 S Clearview Pkwy Bldg A

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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

    Dr. Bracey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992738629.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bracey?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Bracey's specialty?

    Dr. Bracey is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Bracey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Bracey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bracey is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary 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 Paul Bracey accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Bracey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Bracey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bracey's office at (318) 212-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Bracey?

    Please contact Dr. Bracey's office at (318) 212-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Bracey have?

    Dr. Paul Bracey is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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