Compare 2 family medicine physicians in Shreveport, LA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Shreveport has 2 family medicine physicians. The most common credential is MD (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include Ochsner Medical Center, Tulane Medical Center, and Children's Hospital New Orleans. Local training programs run through Tulane University School of Medicine and LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Shreveport family medicine physicians include medicare, qhp-97176, qhp-72760, and qhp-19636. 50% accept Medicare.
A first visit runs 30 to 45 minutes. The doctor will review your full medical history, family history, current medications, and lifestyle habits. They will perform a physical exam and order baseline lab work if needed. You will discuss your health goals and any concerns. Follow-up visits for specific issues are typically 15 to 20 minutes.
See a family medicine doctor for annual physicals, vaccinations, management of chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension, acute illnesses (colds, infections, rashes), sports physicals for children, women's wellness exams, mental health screening, and any new symptom you are unsure about. They treat all ages, so the entire household can see the same physician.
Wellness visit: $0 (preventive) · Sick visit copay: $20-50 · Lab work: $100-500 (varies by test)
Shreveport, LA has 2 licensed family medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of family medicine physicians in Shreveport, LA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among family medicine physicians in Shreveport, LA include medicare, qhp-97176, qhp-72760, qhp-19636, and qhp-17091. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An annual wellness visit is covered at $0 under the ACA. Sick visit copays typically run $20 to $50. Basic lab work ranges from $100 to $500 depending on the tests ordered. Actual costs in Shreveport, LA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Preventive visits are free under the ACA. If your visit shifts from preventive to diagnostic (e.g., you mention a new symptom), you may be charged a copay. Clarify the visit type when scheduling.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Shreveport, LA has 2 family medicine physicians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
50% of family medicine physicians in Shreveport, LA accept Medicare. Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit at no cost, plus coverage for medically necessary office visits with a 20% coinsurance after meeting the deductible. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some family medicine physicians in Shreveport, LA accept Healthy Louisiana, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers family medicine visits in all states. Preventive care, immunizations, and chronic disease management are standard covered services. Copays, if any, are minimal. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Louisiana participation before scheduling.
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Top accepted carriers in Shreveport, LA include medicare, qhp-97176, qhp-72760, qhp-19636, and qhp-17091.
Annual wellness visits are covered at 100% as preventive care under the ACA with no copay. Sick visits typically carry a copay of $20 to $50. Most insurance plans require or encourage selecting a primary care provider. Family medicine doctors are among the most widely available in-network PCPs. Confirm your doctor is in-network before scheduling.