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Dr. David Wallace, MD

Pediatrician

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wallace, Pediatrician in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. David Wallace, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Wallace graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Wallace is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallace’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallace’s office at (337) 478-6480.

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

    • Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Wallace board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. David Wallace, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Wallace speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wallace typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wallace 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. Wallace. 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 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:

    • Low Income
    • Financial hardship
    • Poverty
    • Limited financial resources
    • Economic disadvantage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z596: Low income

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66009: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, unspecified ear

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wallace typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wallace performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wallace. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Wallace accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wallace accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 478-6480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wallace accept in Lake Charles, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. David Wallace's Primary Practice

    2903 1st Ave

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    (337) 478-6480

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

    Dr. Wallace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619968146.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallace?

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

    What is Dr. David Wallace's specialty?

    Dr. Wallace is a Pediatrician near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. David Wallace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wallace is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion Hospital 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. David Wallace accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. David Wallace is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Wallace offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (337) 478-6480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Wallace?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (337) 478-6480 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Wallace's office is located in Lake Charles, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Wallace have?

    Dr. David Wallace is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.