Browse physiatrists (pm&r) in Louisiana.
283
Physiatrists (PM&R)
100%
Accepting patients
58%
Most common: MD
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Louisiana has 283 licensed physiatrists (pm&r) spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (58%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 9%.
Tulane University School of Medicine and LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine train physiatrists (pm&r) in the state. Notable hospitals include Ochsner Medical Center, Tulane Medical Center, and Children's Hospital New Orleans. Health systems such as Ochsner Health, LCMC Health, and Willis-Knighton Health System employ many of the state's physiatrists (pm&r).
56% accept Medicare. Patients with Healthy Louisiana should verify coverage directly, as not all physiatrists (pm&r) participate. The most widely accepted carriers include qhp-19636, medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-97176, and centene.
Ochsner Health is the largest nonprofit health system in Louisiana and the Gulf South.
Louisiana has 283 licensed physiatrists (pm&r). 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of physiatrists (pm&r) in Louisiana 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 physiatrists (pm&r) in Louisiana include qhp-19636, medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-97176, and centene. 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 office visit copay is $30 to $75. An EMG/nerve conduction study costs $500 to $1,500. A joint injection runs $100 to $500. Inpatient rehab costs $1,500 to $3,000 per day. Actual costs in Louisiana depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Inpatient rehabilitation stays are typically covered by insurance but may have limits on the number of days. Outpatient therapy (PT, OT, speech) has annual visit caps under many plans. Verify your benefits early in the rehabilitation process.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Louisiana has 283 physiatrists (pm&r). Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Louisiana, 58% hold the MD credential and 9% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
56% of physiatrists (pm&r) in Louisiana accept Medicare. Medicare covers physiatry visits, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy services. EMG and nerve conduction studies are covered when medically indicated. Durable medical equipment (braces, wheelchairs) is covered under Part B. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some physiatrists (pm&r) in Louisiana accept Healthy Louisiana, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers physical medicine and rehabilitation services in all states. Inpatient rehab, therapy services, and durable medical equipment are standard benefits. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Louisiana participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Louisiana include qhp-19636, medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-97176, and centene.
Physiatry visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Rehabilitation services (physical therapy, occupational therapy) are covered with standard copays and visit limits. EMG/nerve conduction studies ordered by a physiatrist are covered when medically indicated. Inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord injury is covered under medical and Medicare benefits.