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Dr. Tonya Slusher, MD

Ruston, LA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Slusher, Pediatrician in Ruston, LA?

    Dr. Tonya Slusher, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Ruston, LA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Slusher graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Slusher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slusher’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slusher’s office at (318) 255-3690.

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

    • Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Slusher board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Tonya Slusher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Slusher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Slusher treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Slusher 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. Slusher. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Slusher perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Tonya Slusher may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Slusher's office.

    Does Dr. Slusher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Slusher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 255-3690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Slusher accept in Ruston, LA?

    Dr. Slusher in Ruston, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gulf South Risk Services

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Slusher's office located?

    Dr. Tonya Slusher's Primary Practice

    1200 S Farmerville St

    Ruston, LA 71270

    (318) 255-3690

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    Dr. Tonya Slusher's Practice 2

    121 Watts St

    Jonesboro, LA 71251

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

    Dr. Slusher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518937259.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slusher?

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

    What is Dr. Tonya Slusher's specialty?

    Dr. Slusher is a Pediatrician near Ruston, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Slusher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tonya Slusher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Slusher is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Tonya Slusher accepting new patients in Ruston, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Tonya Slusher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tonya Slusher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Slusher's office at (318) 255-3690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tonya Slusher?

    Please contact Dr. Slusher's office at (318) 255-3690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tonya Slusher have?

    Dr. Tonya Slusher is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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