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Dr. Susan Self, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Self, Family Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Susan Self, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Self graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Self is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Self’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Self’s office at (318) 212-3810.

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

    • Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

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

    Yes, Dr. Susan Self, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Self speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Self may include:

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

    Does Dr. Self accept my insurance?

    Dr. Self accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Self 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Self's office located?

    Dr. Susan Self's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 212-3810

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    Dr. Susan Self's Practice 2

    1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 400

    Shreveport, LA 71105

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    Dr. Susan Self's Practice 3

    8001 Youree Dr Ste 540

    Shreveport, LA 71115

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

    Dr. Self's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023047149.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Self?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Self's specialty?

    Dr. Self is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, 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. Susan Self affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Self is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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 Susan Self accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Self is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Self offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Self's office at (318) 212-3810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Self?

    Please contact Dr. Self's office at (318) 212-3810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Self have?

    Dr. Susan Self is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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