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Dr. Stuart Yoas, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Alexandria, LA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yoas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Stuart Yoas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Yoas graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Yoas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yoas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yoas’s office at (318) 448-6750.

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

    • Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Yoas board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Yoas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yoas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yoas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yoas 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. Yoas. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yoas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stuart Yoas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yoas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yoas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 448-6750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yoas accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Yoas in Alexandria, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yoas' office located?

    Dr. Stuart Yoas' Primary Practice

    3330 Masonic Dr

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 448-6750

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    Dr. Stuart Yoas' Practice 2

    5900 Coliseum Blvd

    Alexandria, LA 71303

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

    Dr. Yoas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265447056.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yoas?

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

    What is Dr. Stuart Yoas's specialty?

    Dr. Yoas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, LA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Stuart Yoas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yoas is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Stuart Yoas accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Yoas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stuart Yoas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yoas' office at (318) 448-6750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stuart Yoas?

    Please contact Dr. Yoas' office at (318) 448-6750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yoas' office located?

    Dr. Yoas' office is located in Alexandria, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Yoas have?

    Dr. Stuart Yoas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.