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38 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Vazquez, Anesthesiologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Hiram Vazquez, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Vazquez completed his residency at St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Anesthesiology. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office.
Where did Dr. Vazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Anesthesiology | St Joseph Hospital
Medical School: University Nordestana (Unne)- Fac De Cien Med- San Francisco De MacOris | Universidad Nordestana
Is Dr. Vazquez board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hiram Vazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?
Dr. Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vazquez typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Ear Tube Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vazquez typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Vazquez in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?
Dr. Hiram Vazquez's Primary Practice
385 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 300
Shreveport, LA 71106
What is Dr. Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063491108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vazquez
What is Dr. Hiram Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Vazquez is a Anesthesiologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Hiram Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vazquez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis - Knighton Medical Center, Willis Knighton South. 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
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Is Hiram Vazquez accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Hiram Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hiram Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hiram Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hiram Vazquez have?
Dr. Hiram Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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