Summary

Dr. Rufus Hixon has practiced cardiology for 35 years and is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, and Sage Rehabilitation Hospital. He treats congenital heart disease, atrial septal defect, and patent foramen ovale, and performs dobutamine stress echocardiograms, Doppler echocardiograms, and angiograms.

He completed his residency at the Medical College of Georgia and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine. He sees patients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and speaks Chinese and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hixon 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon has 4 locations

Pediatric Cardiology Associates Of Louisiana

8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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

Ochsner Medical Complex The Grove

10310 The Grove BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70836

Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

17000 Medical Center DrBaton Rouge, LA 70816

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35 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English
Baton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University at New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Pediatric Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine in 1997 and Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Hixon's NPI number is 1730188806.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Rufus Hixon affiliated with?
Dr. Rufus Hixon is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, and Sage Rehabilitation Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rufus Hixon?
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Where is Dr. Rufus Hixon's office located?
Dr. Rufus Hixon's office is located at 8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 200, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809.

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