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Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD

Nephrology
2.3 (3)
Map Pin Small Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD

Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA. They specialize in Nephrology, has 21 years of experience. They graduated from Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans and is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, Saint Elizabeth Hospital and Woman's Hospital.

Dr. Smith works at Baton Rouge General Neurosurgery in Baton Rouge, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Proteinuria, Hyperkalemia and Acidosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Smith's Office Locations

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    Baton Rouge General Neurosurgery
    5131 Odonovan Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (888) 552-4212

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  • Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet
  • Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
  • Saint Elizabeth Hospital
  • Woman's Hospital

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    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
    • Anthem
    • Assurant Health
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    • HealthPlus Amerigroup
    • HealthSmart
    • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
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    • Medicaid
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    Jul 27, 2022
    Dr Smith listened and answered all my questions as well as offered additional advice. He was patient and kind. He was professional and informative. He read my chart prior to the appointment and knew my history prior to our conversation. I could not have been more pleased.
    Donna R Cody — Jul 27, 2022
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    About Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1700098324
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Of Virginia Health System
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Earl K. Long Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Earl K. Long Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans
    Medical Education

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Smith is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Smith has an average wait time of 16 – 30 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Smith has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Smith works at Baton Rouge General Neurosurgery in Baton Rouge, LA. View the full address on Dr. Smith’s profile.

    Dr. Smith has seen patients for Proteinuria, Hyperkalemia and Acidosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Smith on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    3 patients have reviewed Dr. Smith. The overall rating for this provider is 2.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Smith.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Smith, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Smith appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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