16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Prather, Procedural Dermatologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Chad Prather, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Prather graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Louisiana State University Med Center. Dr. Prather is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prather’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prather’s office at (225) 303-9500.
Where did Dr. Prather go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Louisiana State University Med Center
Medical School: Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Prather board certified in Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Chad Prather, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Prather speak?
Dr. Prather and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prather treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Prather 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. Prather. 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:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Carcinoma in situ of skin
- Early Skin Cancer
- Precancerous Skin Lesion
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- D044: Carcinoma in situ of skin of scalp and neck
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Red Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Erythematous skin disorders
- Inflamed skin conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L538: Other specified erythematous conditions
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Past skin cancer
- Previous cutaneous malignancy
- History of skin tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Which procedures does Dr. Prather perform as a Procedural Dermatologist?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chad Prather may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prather's office.
Does Dr. Prather accept my insurance?
Dr. Prather accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 303-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prather accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Prather in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
Standard Life and Accident Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Prather's office located?
Dr. Chad Prather's Primary Practice
6411 Perkins Rd Ste 202
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 303-9500
Dr. Chad Prather's Practice 3
1245 Camellia Blvd Ste 300
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 839-2773
What is Dr. Prather's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prather's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710095120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prather?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prather
What is Dr. Chad Prather's specialty?
Dr. Prather is a Procedural Dermatologist near Baton Rouge, LA. Procedural Dermatology is a distinct subspecialty of Dermatology, that involves a diverse range of surgical techniques aimed at the removal or alteration of skin tissue for both health-related and aesthetic purposes. The techniques employed in this discipline include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (an advanced procedure designed for the elimination of growths, with a focus on skin cancers). Contact Dr. Prather to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chad Prather affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prather is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Procedural Dermatologist?
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Is Chad Prather accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Chad Prather is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Prather offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prather's office at (225) 303-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Prather?
Please contact Dr. Prather's office at (225) 303-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chad Prather have?
Dr. Chad Prather is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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