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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Long, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Deidra Long, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Long is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Long’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Long’s office at (225) 755-4824.
What languages does Dr. Long speak?
Dr. Long and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Long typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Long 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. Long. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Long typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Deidra Long may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Long's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Long accept my insurance?
Dr. Long accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 755-4824 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Long accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Long in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Long's office located?
Dr. Deidra Long's Primary Practice
17000 Medical Center Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 755-4824
What is Dr. Long's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Long's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083027973.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Long?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Long
What is Dr. Deidra Long's specialty?
Dr. Long is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Deidra Long affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Long is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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
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Is Deidra Long accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Deidra Long is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deidra Long offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Long's office at (225) 755-4824 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deidra Long?
Please contact Dr. Long's office at (225) 755-4824 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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