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Dr. Luis Apellaniz, MD

Jennings, LA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Apellaniz, Pediatrician in Jennings, LA?

    Dr. Luis Apellaniz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Jennings, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Apellaniz graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Juan City Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Apellaniz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apellaniz’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apellaniz’s office at (337) 824-3446.

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

    • Residency: San Juan City Hosp, Pediatrics | San Juan City Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr | University of Alabama School of Medicine | University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Apellaniz board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Apellaniz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Apellaniz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Apellaniz treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Apellaniz 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. Apellaniz. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Which procedures does Dr. Apellaniz perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Luis Apellaniz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Apellaniz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Apellaniz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 824-3446 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Apellaniz accept in Jennings, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Ochsner Health System

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Apellaniz's office located?

    Dr. Luis Apellaniz's Primary Practice

    1615 Johnson St Ste A

    Jennings, LA 70546

    (337) 824-3446

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    Dr. Luis Apellaniz's Practice 2

    1322 Elton Rd Ste P

    Jennings, LA 70546

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

    Dr. Apellaniz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134110711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apellaniz?

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

    What is Dr. Luis Apellaniz's specialty?

    Dr. Apellaniz is a Pediatrician near Jennings, 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. Apellaniz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Luis Apellaniz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Apellaniz is affiliated with Ochsner American Legion Hospital 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 Luis Apellaniz accepting new patients in Jennings, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Apellaniz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Apellaniz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Apellaniz's office at (337) 824-3446 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Apellaniz?

    Please contact Dr. Apellaniz's office at (337) 824-3446 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Apellaniz have?

    Dr. Luis Apellaniz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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