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Dr. James Smith, MD

Bastrop, LA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Family Medicine Specialist in Bastrop, LA?

    Dr. James Smith, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bastrop, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Smith graduated from La State University School Of Med In New Orleans and completed his residency at Moss Reg Hosp. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (318) 283-3965.

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

    • Residency: Moss Reg Hosp

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

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

    Yes, Dr. James Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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
    • 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:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Smith may include:

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

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 283-3965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Bastrop, LA?

    Dr. Smith in Bastrop, 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)

    • Gulf South Risk Services

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Mgh Physicians Clinic

    532 S Washington St

    Bastrop, LA 71220

    (318) 283-3965

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    Dr. James Smith's Practice 2

    1115 Levee Rd

    Saint Joseph, LA 71366

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    Dr. James Smith's Practice 3

    323 W Walnut Ave

    Bastrop, LA 71220

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225065709.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. James Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bastrop, 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. James Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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

    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 James Smith accepting new patients in Bastrop, LA?

    Yes, Dr. James Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (318) 283-3965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (318) 283-3965 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Smith have?

    Dr. James Smith is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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