Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meiners, Family Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Vaughn Meiners, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Meiners is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meiners’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meiners’s office at (225) 706-3060.
Is Dr. Meiners board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vaughn Meiners, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meiners speak?
Dr. Meiners and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Meiners treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Meiners 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. Meiners. 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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Which procedures does Dr. Meiners perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vaughn Meiners may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Meiners' office.
Does Dr. Meiners accept my insurance?
Dr. Meiners accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 706-3060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meiners accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Meiners in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Meiners' office located?
Dr. Vaughn Meiners' Primary Practice
7049 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 706-3060
What is Dr. Meiners's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meiners's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710961586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meiners?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meiners
What is Dr. Vaughn Meiners's specialty?
Dr. Meiners is a Family Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Meiners to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vaughn Meiners affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meiners is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Vaughn Meiners accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Vaughn Meiners is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vaughn Meiners offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meiners's office at (225) 706-3060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vaughn Meiners?
Please contact Dr. Meiners's office at (225) 706-3060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vaughn Meiners have?
Dr. Vaughn Meiners is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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