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Dr. Amy Giarrusso, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Giarrusso, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Amy Giarrusso, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Giarrusso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giarrusso’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giarrusso’s office at (225) 765-4050.

    Is Dr. Giarrusso board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Giarrusso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Giarrusso speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Giarrusso typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Giarrusso 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. Giarrusso. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Giarrusso typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Giarrusso may include:

    Please contact Dr. Giarrusso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Giarrusso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Giarrusso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Giarrusso 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Assistance

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Giarrusso's office located?

    Dr. Amy Giarrusso's Primary Practice

    5000 Hennessy Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 765-4050

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    Dr. Amy Giarrusso's Practice 2

    7435 Bishop Ott Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70806

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    What hospitals are Dr. Giarrusso affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Giarrusso has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans logo
    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
    Ranked

    Ranked in 2 Specialties

    Ranked

    Ranked in 3 Procedures

    Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet logo
    Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet,Baton Rouge, LA
    Ranked

    Ranked in 2 Specialties

    Ranked

    Ranked in 6 Procedures

    Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center,Baton Rouge, LA

    Lane Regional Medical Center,Zachary, LA

    Our Lady Of The Lake Ascension,Gonzales, LA

    West Feliciana Hospital,Saint Francisville, LA

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

    Dr. Giarrusso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912931940.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giarrusso?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Giarrusso's specialty?

    Dr. Giarrusso is a Hospitalist near Baton Rouge, LA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Amy Giarrusso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Giarrusso is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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 Dr. Amy Giarrusso accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Giarrusso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Giarrusso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Giarrusso's office at (225) 765-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Giarrusso?

    Please contact Dr. Giarrusso's office at (225) 765-4050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Giarrusso's office located?

    Dr. Giarrusso's office is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Giarrusso have?

    Dr. Amy Giarrusso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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