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Who is Dr. Bienvenu, Gastroenterologist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Melanie Bienvenu, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bienvenu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bienvenu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bienvenu’s office.
Is Dr. Bienvenu board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Bienvenu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bienvenu speak?
Dr. Bienvenu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bienvenu treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bienvenu 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. Bienvenu. 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:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
- Crohn's Colitis with Complications', 'Complicated Large Bowel Crohn's
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
- K50119: Crohn's disease of large intestine with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K5150: Left sided colitis without complications
- K51919: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified with unspecified complications
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:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Bienvenu perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melanie Bienvenu may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bienvenu's office.
Does Dr. Bienvenu accept my insurance?
Dr. Bienvenu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bienvenu accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Bienvenu in Lafayette, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bienvenu's office located?
What is Dr. Bienvenu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bienvenu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922269281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bienvenu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bienvenu
What is Dr. Melanie Bienvenu's specialty?
Dr. Bienvenu is a Gastroenterologist near Lafayette, LA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Bienvenu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melanie Bienvenu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bienvenu is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Melanie Bienvenu accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Bienvenu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Bienvenu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bienvenu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Bienvenu?
Please contact Dr. Bienvenu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Bienvenu have?
Dr. Melanie Bienvenu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2390 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA 70506