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Dr. Roy Brandhurst, MD

Shreveport, LA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brandhurst, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Roy Brandhurst, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Brandhurst graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Brandhurst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brandhurst’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brandhurst’s office at (318) 212-3500.

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

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Brandhurst board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Roy Brandhurst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brandhurst speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brandhurst treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brandhurst 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. Brandhurst. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Which procedures does Dr. Brandhurst perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Roy Brandhurst may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brandhurst's office.

    Does Dr. Brandhurst accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brandhurst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brandhurst accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Brandhurst in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brandhurst's office located?

    Dr. Roy Brandhurst's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 212-3500

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    Dr. Roy Brandhurst's Practice 2

    501 Keyser Ave

    Natchitoches, LA 71457

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    Dr. Roy Brandhurst's Practice 3

    1641 E 70th St Ste 300

    Shreveport, LA 71105

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

    Dr. Brandhurst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083606040.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brandhurst?

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

    What is Dr. Roy Brandhurst's specialty?

    Dr. Brandhurst is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Brandhurst to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Roy Brandhurst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brandhurst is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Roy Brandhurst accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Roy Brandhurst is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roy Brandhurst offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brandhurst's office at (318) 212-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Roy Brandhurst?

    Please contact Dr. Brandhurst's office at (318) 212-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Roy Brandhurst have?

    Dr. Roy Brandhurst is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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