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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lopes, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Caitlin Lopes, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lopes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopes’s office at (504) 842-3000.
What languages does Dr. Lopes speak?
Dr. Lopes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lopes typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lopes 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. Lopes. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lopes typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lopes 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. Lopes. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Electroacupuncture
- Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
- E-Stim Acupuncture
- Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
- Acupuncture for Pain
- Needle Therapy with Electricity
CPT Codes:
- 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
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. Lopes accept my insurance?
Dr. Lopes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lopes accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lopes 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 Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lopes' office located?
Dr. Caitlin Lopes' Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3000
What is Dr. Lopes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lopes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295267136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopes
What is Dr. Caitlin Lopes's specialty?
Dr. Lopes is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Caitlin Lopes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lopes is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, St. Tammany Parish 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
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Is Caitlin Lopes accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Caitlin Lopes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caitlin Lopes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lopes's office at (504) 842-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caitlin Lopes?
Please contact Dr. Lopes's office at (504) 842-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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