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Who is Dr. Wood, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Robert Wood, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wood completed his residency at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (225) 763-4900.
Where did Dr. Wood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baton Rouge General Medical Center
Is Dr. Wood board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wood speak?
Dr. Wood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wood typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- First-time Birth Control Prescription (Unspecified)
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Initial contraceptive prescription (general)
- Starting birth control (type not specified)
- New birth control order (general)
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30019: Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptives, unspecified
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wood typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wood 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. Wood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?
Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 763-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Wood 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Community Health Group
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
State of California
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Where is Dr. Wood's office located?
Dr. Robert Wood's Primary Practice
8595 Picardy Ave Ste 100
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 763-4900
What is Dr. Wood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619955408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wood
What is Dr. Robert Wood's specialty?
Dr. Wood 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. Robert Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, 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 Robert Wood accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (225) 763-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wood?
Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (225) 763-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Wood have?
Dr. Robert Wood is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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