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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Napier, Nephrologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Malcolm Napier, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Napier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Napier’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Napier’s office at (985) 871-5768.
What languages does Dr. Napier speak?
Dr. Napier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Napier treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Napier 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. Napier. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Napier perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Malcolm Napier may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Napier's office.
Does Dr. Napier accept my insurance?
Dr. Napier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 871-5768 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Napier accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Napier in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
County of Kern (CA)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Napier's office located?
What is Dr. Napier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Napier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609841428.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Napier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Napier
What is Dr. Malcolm Napier's specialty?
Dr. Napier is a Nephrologist near Covington, LA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Napier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Malcolm Napier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Napier is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital 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
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Is Malcolm Napier accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Malcolm Napier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malcolm Napier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Napier's office at (985) 871-5768 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malcolm Napier?
Please contact Dr. Napier's office at (985) 871-5768 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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