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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gruner, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Rachel Gruner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Gruner graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gruner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gruner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gruner’s office at (225) 769-4044.
Where did Dr. Gruner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Gruner board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Gruner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gruner speak?
Dr. Gruner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gruner typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gruner 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. Gruner. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gruner typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Gruner 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
Please contact Dr. Gruner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gruner accept my insurance?
Dr. Gruner 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. Gruner accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Gruner 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gruner's office located?
Dr. Rachel Gruner's Primary Practice
7373 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-4044
What is Dr. Gruner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gruner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306848197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gruner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gruner
What is Dr. Rachel Gruner's specialty?
Dr. Gruner 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. Rachel Gruner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gruner is affiliated with Woman's Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Gruner accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Gruner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Gruner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gruner's office at (225) 769-4044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Gruner?
Please contact Dr. Gruner's office at (225) 769-4044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Gruner have?
Dr. Rachel Gruner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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