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Who is Dr. Laurent, Internist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Merrill Laurent, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Laurent completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Laurent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laurent’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laurent’s office.
Where did Dr. Laurent go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Laurent board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Merrill Laurent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Laurent speak?
Dr. Laurent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Laurent typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Laurent 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. Laurent. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Laurent typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Merrill Laurent may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Laurent's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Laurent accept my insurance?
Dr. Laurent 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. Laurent accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Laurent 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Laurent's office located?
What is Dr. Laurent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laurent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083673917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laurent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laurent
What is Dr. Merrill Laurent's specialty?
Dr. Laurent is a Internist near Covington, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Merrill Laurent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laurent is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Merrill Laurent accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Merrill Laurent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merrill Laurent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laurent's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merrill Laurent?
Please contact Dr. Laurent's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Merrill Laurent have?
Dr. Merrill Laurent is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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