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Dr. Ashley Adams, MD

Dr. Ashley Adams, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Adams, Pediatrician in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Ashley Adams, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Adams graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (225) 769-2003.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Adams?

    Dr. Ashley Adams, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Adams empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cleft Palate/Lip, Developmental & Behavioral Disorders, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baton Rouge, LA community, Dr. Adams is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Tulane University, New Orleans, LA | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston | Texas A&M University

    Is Dr. Adams board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ashley Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Adams speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-2003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Adams 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Ashley Adams' Primary Practice

    12525 Perkins Rd # C

    Baton Rouge, LA 70810

    (225) 769-2003

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    Dr. Ashley Adams' Practice 2

    8415 Goodwood Blvd Ste 202

    Baton Rouge, LA 70806

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    What hospitals are Dr. Adams affiliated with?

    Dr. Adams has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital,Baton Rouge, LA
    Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center,Baton Rouge, LA

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

    Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720064959.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?

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

    What is Dr. Ashley Adams's specialty?

    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. Ashley Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Adams is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ashley Adams accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Ashley Adams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ashley Adams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adams' office at (225) 769-2003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ashley Adams?

    Please contact Dr. Adams' office at (225) 769-2003 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Adams' office is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ashley Adams have?

    Dr. Ashley Adams is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.