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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Despinasse, Pediatrician in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Brian Despinasse, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Despinasse completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Despinasse is fluent in English, Austronesian languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Despinasse’s office at (225) 924-7343.
Where did Dr. Despinasse go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | La State University School Of Med
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Despinasse speak?
Dr. Despinasse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Austronesian languages
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Despinasse typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Despinasse 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. Despinasse. 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 here.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Despinasse typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Despinasse 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. Despinasse. 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 here.
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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Despinasse accept my insurance?
Dr. Despinasse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 924-7343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Despinasse accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Despinasse in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Despinasse's office located?
Dr. Brian Despinasse's Primary Practice
730 Colonial Dr Ste B
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 924-7343
What is Dr. Despinasse's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Despinasse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679558639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Despinasse?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Despinasse
What is Dr. Brian Despinasse's specialty?
Dr. Despinasse is a Pediatrician near Baton Rouge, 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 this Dr. Brian Despinasse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Despinasse is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Woman's 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 Brian Despinasse accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Despinasse is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Despinasse offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Despinasse's office at (225) 924-7343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Despinasse?
Please contact Dr. Despinasse's office at (225) 924-7343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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