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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Andrews, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Ronald Andrews, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Andrews graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Andrews is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andrews’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andrews’s office at (225) 922-8377.
Where did Dr. Andrews go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
What languages does Dr. Andrews speak?
Dr. Andrews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Andrews typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Andrews 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. Andrews. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Andrews typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Andrews may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Andrews' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Andrews accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 922-8377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andrews accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Andrews 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Andrews' office located?
Dr. Ronald Andrews' Primary Practice
10608 Coursey Blvd # B
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 922-8377
What is Dr. Andrews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andrews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083699946.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andrews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andrews
What is Dr. Ronald Andrews's specialty?
Dr. Andrews is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ronald Andrews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andrews is affiliated with Woman's Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ronald Andrews accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Andrews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Andrews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andrews's office at (225) 922-8377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Andrews?
Please contact Dr. Andrews's office at (225) 922-8377 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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