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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Payne, Internist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Eric Payne, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Payne completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Payne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Payne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Payne’s office at (985) 795-4166.
Where did Dr. Payne go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Internal Medicine | La State University School Of Med
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky
What languages does Dr. Payne speak?
Dr. Payne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Payne typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Payne 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. Payne. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Red Blood Cell Abnormality
- Blood
- RBC Disorders
- Atypical Red Blood Cells
- Blood Cell Irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R718: Other abnormality of red blood cells
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Payne typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Payne 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. Payne's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Payne accept my insurance?
Dr. Payne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 795-4166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Payne accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Payne in Covington, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Payne's office located?
Dr. Eric Payne's Primary Practice
1411 Ochsner Blvd Ste C
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 795-4166
What is Dr. Payne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Payne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356306864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Payne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Payne
What is Dr. Eric Payne's specialty?
Dr. Payne 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. Eric Payne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Payne is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eric Payne accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Payne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Payne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Payne's office at (985) 795-4166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Payne?
Please contact Dr. Payne's office at (985) 795-4166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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