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Dr. Eric Waguespack, MD

Internist

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waguespack, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Eric Waguespack, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Waguespack graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Waguespack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waguespack’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waguespack’s office at (225) 769-4044.

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

    • Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Earl K Long Medical Center | Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Waguespack board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Waguespack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waguespack speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Waguespack typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Waguespack 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. Waguespack. 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:

    • 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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. Waguespack typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Waguespack may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waguespack accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waguespack 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. Waguespack accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Waguespack 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waguespack's office located?

    Dr. Eric Waguespack's Primary Practice

    7373 Perkins Rd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 769-4044

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

    Dr. Waguespack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053328559.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waguespack?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Waguespack's specialty?

    Dr. Waguespack is an 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 Dr. Eric Waguespack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waguespack is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Eric Waguespack accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Waguespack is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Waguespack offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waguespack's office at (225) 769-4044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Waguespack?

    Please contact Dr. Waguespack's office at (225) 769-4044 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waguespack's office located?

    Dr. Waguespack's office is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Waguespack have?

    Dr. Eric Waguespack is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.