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Dr. Peter Simoneaux, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simoneaux, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Peter Simoneaux, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Simoneaux completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Dermatology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Simoneaux is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simoneaux’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simoneaux’s office at (504) 842-3940.

    Where did Dr. Simoneaux go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Dermatology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Simoneaux board certified as a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Simoneaux, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Simoneaux speak?

    Dr. Simoneaux and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Simoneaux treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Simoneaux diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Simoneaux. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck

    What procedures does Dr. Simoneaux perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Simoneaux performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Simoneaux. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Simoneaux accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simoneaux accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simoneaux accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Simoneaux in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Triple-S

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Ochsner Health System

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simoneaux's office located?

    Dr. Peter Simoneaux's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-3940

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    Dr. Peter Simoneaux's Practice 2

    1000 Ochsner Blvd

    Covington, LA 70433

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    What is Dr. Simoneaux's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Simoneaux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730137845.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simoneaux?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simoneaux

    What is Dr. Peter Simoneaux's specialty?

    Dr. Simoneaux is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near New Orleans, LA. Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S. Contact Dr. Simoneaux to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Simoneaux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simoneaux is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon?

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    Is Peter Simoneaux accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Simoneaux is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Simoneaux offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simoneaux's office at (504) 842-3940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Simoneaux?

    Please contact Dr. Simoneaux's office at (504) 842-3940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Simoneaux have?

    Dr. Peter Simoneaux is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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