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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Falcon, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Lara Falcon, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Falcon graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Falcon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falcon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falcon’s office at (225) 769-4044.
Where did Dr. Falcon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Falcon board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lara Falcon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Falcon speak?
Dr. Falcon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Falcon typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Falcon 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. Falcon. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Falcon typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Falcon 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. Falcon. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Falcon accept my insurance?
Dr. Falcon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-4044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Falcon accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Falcon in Baton Rouge, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Falcon's office located?
What is Dr. Falcon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Falcon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467467829.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falcon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falcon
What is Dr. Lara Falcon's specialty?
Dr. Falcon is a Internist near Baton Rouge, 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. Lara Falcon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Falcon is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Woman's 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
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Is Lara Falcon accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Lara Falcon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lara Falcon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Falcon's office at (225) 769-4044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lara Falcon?
Please contact Dr. Falcon's office at (225) 769-4044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lara Falcon have?
Dr. Lara Falcon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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