25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dobbins, Internist in Leesville, LA?
Dr. Thomas Dobbins, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Leesville, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Dobbins graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Dobbins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dobbins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dobbins’s office at (337) 239-0989.
Where did Dr. Dobbins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Dobbins board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Dobbins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dobbins speak?
Dr. Dobbins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dobbins typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dobbins 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. Dobbins. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dobbins typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Dobbins 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. Dobbins. 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:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Does Dr. Dobbins accept my insurance?
Dr. Dobbins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 239-0989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dobbins accept in Leesville, LA?
Dr. Dobbins in Leesville, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dobbins' office located?
What is Dr. Dobbins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dobbins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447238266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dobbins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dobbins
What is Dr. Thomas Dobbins's specialty?
Dr. Dobbins is a Internist near Leesville, 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. Thomas Dobbins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dobbins is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial 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
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Is Thomas Dobbins accepting new patients in Leesville, LA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Dobbins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Dobbins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dobbins's office at (337) 239-0989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Dobbins?
Please contact Dr. Dobbins's office at (337) 239-0989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Dobbins have?
Dr. Thomas Dobbins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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