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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Durham, Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Debra Durham, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Durham graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Durham is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Durham’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Durham’s office at (337) 845-4900.
Where did Dr. Durham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine | Tulane Affil | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Durham board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Debra Durham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Durham speak?
Dr. Durham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Durham typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Durham 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. Durham. 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 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Durham typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Durham performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Durham. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Durham accept my insurance?
Dr. Durham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 845-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Durham accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Durham in Lafayette, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Durham's office located?
What is Dr. Durham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Durham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386646677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Durham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Durham
What is Dr. Debra Durham's specialty?
Dr. Durham is a Internist near Lafayette, 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. Debra Durham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Durham is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Iberia Medical Center, 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 Debra Durham accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Debra Durham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Durham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Durham's office at (337) 845-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Durham?
Please contact Dr. Durham's office at (337) 845-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Durham have?
Dr. Debra Durham is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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