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39 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Goodman, Rheumatologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Robert Goodman, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Goodman graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Goodman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goodman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goodman’s office at (318) 424-9240.
Where did Dr. Goodman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
What languages does Dr. Goodman speak?
Dr. Goodman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Goodman typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Goodman 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. Goodman. 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:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Goodman typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Goodman may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Goodman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Goodman accept my insurance?
Dr. Goodman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 424-9240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Goodman accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Goodman in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Goodman's office located?
What is Dr. Goodman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Goodman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235111907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goodman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goodman
What is Dr. Robert Goodman's specialty?
Dr. Goodman is a Rheumatologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Robert Goodman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Goodman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Robert Goodman accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Goodman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Goodman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Goodman's office at (318) 424-9240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Goodman?
Please contact Dr. Goodman's office at (318) 424-9240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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