Dr. Mark Kantrow, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
28 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Kantrow, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Mark Kantrow, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kantrow graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kantrow is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kantrow’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kantrow’s office at (225) 765-1737.
Where did Dr. Kantrow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Kantrow board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Kantrow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kantrow speak?
Dr. Kantrow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kantrow treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kantrow 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. Kantrow. 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.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Kantrow perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Kantrow may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kantrow's office.
Does Dr. Kantrow accept my insurance?
Dr. Kantrow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-1737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kantrow accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kantrow 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kantrow's office located?
Dr. Mark Kantrow's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-1737
What is Dr. Kantrow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kantrow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093716920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kantrow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kantrow
What is Dr. Mark Kantrow's specialty?
Dr. Kantrow is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Baton Rouge, LA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Kantrow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Kantrow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kantrow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Mark Kantrow accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Mark Kantrow is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Kantrow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kantrow's office at (225) 765-1737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Kantrow?
Please contact Dr. Kantrow's office at (225) 765-1737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Kantrow have?
Dr. Mark Kantrow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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