Coronavirus Information
Baton Rouge General is committed to caring for our patients and ensuring we respond to the healthcare needs of our community. We're also taking extra precautions to keep you safe. Now, as always, we are continuing to evolve and adapt our processes to allow you to continue to see your doctor, get your recommended screenings, have important surgery or get emergency care without picking up a new infection in the process.
COVID-19 Symptoms
The following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure.
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
What to do if you're sick
If you think you have COVID-19, schedule an appointment with your doctor or call (225) 763-4500 to schedule with Baton Rouge General Physicians. Do not go to your health care provider or hospital without calling first.
Monitor your symptoms and seek medical attention right away if you have any of the following emergency warning signs:
- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Bluish lips or face
COVID-19 Testing
Same-day testing is available at our BRG Express Care locations.
Rapid COVID-19 Testing with results in 15 minutes now available at BRG Express Care Highland Village & Dutchtown locations.
BRG Express Care - Dutchtown
13201 Highway 73, Suite 102
Geismar, LA 70734
(225) 673-2088
Weekdays: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
BRG Express Care - Highland Village
4410 Highland Road, Suite A3
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 831-4025
Weekdays: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
BRG Express Care - Nicholson Gateway
3604 Nicholson Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 831-4030
Weekdays: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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