27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Babin, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kevin Babin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Babin graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Babin is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Babin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babin’s office at (225) 769-4044.
Where did Dr. Babin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Babin board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Babin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Babin speak?
Dr. Babin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Babin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Babin 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. Babin. 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 here.
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Babin typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Babin 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. Babin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Babin accept my insurance?
Dr. Babin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-4044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Babin accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Babin in Baton Rouge, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Babin's office located?
What is Dr. Babin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Babin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184651705.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Babin
What is Dr. Kevin Babin's specialty?
Dr. Babin is a Internist near Baton Rouge, 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. Kevin Babin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Babin is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Woman's Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kevin Babin accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Babin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Babin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Babin's office at (225) 769-4044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Babin?
Please contact Dr. Babin's office at (225) 769-4044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Babin have?
Dr. Kevin Babin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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