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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Slataper, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Richard Slataper, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Slataper graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Slataper is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slataper’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slataper’s office.
Where did Dr. Slataper go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Slataper board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slataper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Slataper speak?
Dr. Slataper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Slataper treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Slataper 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. Slataper. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Slataper perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Slataper may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Slataper's office.
Does Dr. Slataper accept my insurance?
Dr. Slataper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slataper accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Slataper 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
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Slataper's office located?
What is Dr. Slataper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slataper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407857337.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slataper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slataper
What is Dr. Richard Slataper's specialty?
Dr. Slataper is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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.
Contact Dr. Slataper to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Slataper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Slataper 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Richard Slataper accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slataper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Slataper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slataper's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Slataper?
Please contact Dr. Slataper's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Slataper have?
Dr. Richard Slataper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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