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.
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.
