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Dr. Christopher Turner, MD

Hospitalist

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turner, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Christopher Turner, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Turner completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Turner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (225) 765-4050.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Turner board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Turner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Turner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Turner typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Turner typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Turner may include:

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

    Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Turner in Baton Rouge, 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Turner's Primary Practice

    5000 Hennessy Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 765-4050

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    Dr. Christopher Turner's Practice 2

    1125 W Highway 30

    Gonzales, LA 70737

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    What hospitals are Dr. Turner affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Turner has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center,Baton Rouge, LA
    Our Lady Of The Lake Ascension,Gonzales, LA
    Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center,Independence, LA

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

    Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659377265.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Turner's specialty?

    Dr. Turner is a Hospitalist near Baton Rouge, LA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Christopher Turner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turner is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Turner accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Turner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Turner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (225) 765-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Turner?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (225) 765-4050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Turner's offices are located in Baton Rouge, LA and Gonzales, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Turner have?

    Dr. Christopher Turner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.