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Dr. Kevin Erwin, MD

Covington, LA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Erwin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Kevin Erwin, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Erwin graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Erwin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erwin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erwin’s office at (985) 867-4000.

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

    • Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program

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

    Is Dr. Erwin board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Erwin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Erwin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Erwin treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Erwin 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. Erwin. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Pain
    • Kidney Stones
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Renal Colic
    • Kidney Stone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N23: Unspecified renal colic

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Brief Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Short-term psychosis
    • Acute psychosis
    • Temporary mental break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F23: Brief psychotic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Erwin perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kevin Erwin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Erwin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Erwin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 867-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erwin accept in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Erwin in Covington, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Erwin's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Erwin's Primary Practice

    95 Judge Tanner Blvd

    Covington, LA 70433

    (985) 867-4000

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    Dr. Kevin Erwin's Practice 2

    8585 Picardy Ave

    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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    Dr. Kevin Erwin's Practice 3

    3600 Florida St

    Baton Rouge, LA 70806

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

    Dr. Erwin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275501389.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erwin?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Erwin's specialty?

    Dr. Erwin is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Erwin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kevin Erwin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Erwin is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, St. Tammany Parish 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 Kevin Erwin accepting new patients in Covington, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Erwin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Erwin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erwin's office at (985) 867-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kevin Erwin?

    Please contact Dr. Erwin's office at (985) 867-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Erwin have?

    Dr. Kevin Erwin is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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