Summary

Dr. Simmons attended medical school at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR. He completed his Residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN and Subspecialty Training in Dermatopathology (one year) at University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX. Dr. Simmons is Board Certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and Dermatopathology. He has over eight years of experience in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology including Dermatopathology.

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Richard Simmons has 2 locations

Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge

8080 Bluebonnet BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70810

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Baton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Richard Simmons

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Arise Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Richard Simmons has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Richard Simmons has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Blood Testing
  • Dermatopathology
  • Fluid Testing
  • Tissue Biopsy

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Simmons's office located?
Dr. John Simmons's office is located at 5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808.
What languages does Dr. John Simmons speak?
Dr. John Simmons speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Simmons affiliated with?
Dr. John Simmons is affiliated with Womans Hospital.
Does Dr. John Simmons accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Simmons has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John Simmons accept my insurance?
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