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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salmon, Family Medicine Specialist in Homer, LA?
Dr. Clifton Salmon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Homer, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Salmon completed his residency at E a Conway Med Center. Dr. Salmon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salmon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salmon’s office at (318) 927-6777.
Where did Dr. Salmon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: E a Conway Med Center
Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salmon speak?
Dr. Salmon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salmon typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salmon 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. Salmon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salmon typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Clifton Salmon may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Salmon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salmon accept my insurance?
Dr. Salmon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 927-6777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salmon accept in Homer, LA?
Dr. Salmon in Homer, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salmon's office located?
What is Dr. Salmon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salmon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346205507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salmon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salmon
What is Dr. Clifton Salmon's specialty?
Dr. Salmon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Homer, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Clifton Salmon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salmon is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Clifton Salmon accepting new patients in Homer, LA?
Yes, Dr. Clifton Salmon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clifton Salmon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salmon's office at (318) 927-6777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clifton Salmon?
Please contact Dr. Salmon's office at (318) 927-6777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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