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Dr. Calvin White

Opelousas, LA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. White, Family Medicine Specialist in Opelousas, LA?

    Dr. Calvin White is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. White graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Highland Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. White is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. White’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. White’s office at (337) 909-2474.

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

    • Residency: Highland Hosp, Family Medicine | Highland Hosp-U Rochester | University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | UNIVERSITY OF WA SCH OF MEDICINE | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. White board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Calvin White is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. White speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. White typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. White 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. White. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    Also known as:

    • Necrotizing Fasciitis
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Flesh-eating disease
    • Necrotizing soft tissue infection
    • Gangrene

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M726: Necrotizing fasciitis

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins with Thigh Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83011: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of thigh

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. White typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. White 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. White. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. White accept my insurance?

    Dr. White accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 909-2474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. White accept in Opelousas, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. White's office located?

    Dr. Calvin White's Primary Practice

    1119 Prudhomme Cir

    Opelousas, LA 70570

    (337) 909-2474

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

    Dr. White's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699774075.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. White?

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

    What is Dr. Calvin White's specialty?

    Dr. White is a Family Medicine Specialist near Opelousas, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Calvin White affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. White is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Calvin White accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Calvin White is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Calvin White offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. White's office at (337) 909-2474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Calvin White?

    Please contact Dr. White's office at (337) 909-2474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Calvin White have?

    Dr. Calvin White is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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