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Dr. Douglas Gonzales, MD

Lafayette, LA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gonzales, Pediatrician in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Douglas Gonzales, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Gonzales graduated from LSU SCH OF MED IN NEW ORLEANS and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Pediatrics. Dr. Gonzales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzales’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzales’s office at (337) 289-8989.

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

    • Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Pediatrics | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | LSU SCH OF MED IN NEW ORLEANS | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Gonzales board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Gonzales, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Gonzales speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gonzales treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gonzales 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. Gonzales. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Affected by Breech Delivery
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Infant affected by breech birth
    • Baby affected by feet-first delivery
    • Newborn with breech presentation complications
    • Neonatal effects of breech delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P030: Newborn affected by breech delivery and extraction

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gonzales perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Gonzales may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gonzales' office.

    Does Dr. Gonzales accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gonzales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 289-8989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzales accept in Lafayette, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Gilsbar

    • Medicaid

    • Ochsner Health System

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gonzales' office located?

    Dr. Douglas Gonzales' Primary Practice

    437 Heymann Blvd

    Lafayette, LA 70503

    (337) 289-8989

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

    Dr. Gonzales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538158951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzales?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Gonzales's specialty?

    Dr. Gonzales is a Pediatrician near Lafayette, LA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Gonzales to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Gonzales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gonzales is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Douglas Gonzales accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Gonzales is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Gonzales offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gonzales's office at (337) 289-8989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Gonzales?

    Please contact Dr. Gonzales's office at (337) 289-8989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Gonzales have?

    Dr. Douglas Gonzales is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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