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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foret, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Bogalusa, LA?
Dr. Gerald Foret, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Bogalusa, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Foret is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foret’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foret’s office at (985) 730-6700.
What languages does Dr. Foret speak?
Dr. Foret and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Foret typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Foret 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. Foret. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Foret typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Foret may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Foret's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Foret accept my insurance?
Dr. Foret accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 730-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foret accept in Bogalusa, LA?
Dr. Foret in Bogalusa, 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 government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foret's office located?
What is Dr. Foret's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foret's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265492714.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foret?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foret
What is Dr. Gerald Foret's specialty?
Dr. Foret is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Bogalusa, LA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Gerald Foret affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foret is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center 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 a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 Gerald Foret accepting new patients in Bogalusa, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Foret is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Foret offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foret's office at (985) 730-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Foret?
Please contact Dr. Foret's office at (985) 730-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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