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Dr. Stephen Agans, MD
Marrero, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Agans, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in Marrero, LA?
Dr. Stephen Agans, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Agans is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agans’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agans’s office at (228) 678-1751.
Is Dr. Agans board certified in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Agans, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Agans speak?
Dr. Agans and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Agans treat?
As a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Agans 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. Agans. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Pressure Sore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89156: Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of sacral region
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Agans perform?
As a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Agans 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. Agans. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Agans accept my insurance?
Dr. Agans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 678-1751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agans accept in Marrero, LA?
Dr. Agans in Marrero, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Missouri
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Agans' office located?
Dr. Stephen Agans' Primary Practice
1101 Medical Center Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(228) 678-1751
What is Dr. Agans's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730377607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agans?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agans
What is Dr. Stephen Agans's specialty?
Dr. Agans is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Marrero, LA. Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability. Contact Dr. Agans to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Agans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agans is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center 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 Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Stephen Agans accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Agans is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Agans offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agans's office at (228) 678-1751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Agans?
Please contact Dr. Agans's office at (228) 678-1751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Agans have?
Dr. Stephen Agans is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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