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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Michael, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Richard Michael, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Michael completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Michael is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Michael’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Michael’s office at (318) 300-4926.
Where did Dr. Michael go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx
Is Dr. Michael board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Michael, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Michael speak?
Dr. Michael and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Michael typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Michael 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. Michael. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Michael typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Michael 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. Michael. 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. Michael accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 300-4926 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Michael accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Michael in Shreveport, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Michael's office located?
Dr. Richard Michael's Primary Practice
1500 Line Ave Ste 204
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 300-4926
What is Dr. Michael's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Michael's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861496671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Michael?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Michael
What is Dr. Richard Michael's specialty?
Dr. Michael is a Internist near Shreveport, 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. Richard Michael affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Michael is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary 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
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Is Richard Michael accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Michael is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Michael offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Michael's office at (318) 300-4926 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Michael?
Please contact Dr. Michael's office at (318) 300-4926 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Michael have?
Dr. Richard Michael is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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