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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baucom, Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Catherine Baucom is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Baucom is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baucom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baucom’s office at (225) 755-3070.
Where did Dr. Baucom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
What languages does Dr. Baucom speak?
Dr. Baucom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Baucom typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Baucom 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. Baucom. 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:
- Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Fibrocystic right breast
- Diffuse breast cysts right side
- Right breast cystic disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Baucom typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Baucom 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. Baucom. 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:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Drainage of Fluid Collection
- Incision and Drainage
- Hematoma Drainage
- Seroma Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 10140: Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma or fluid collection
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Baucom accept my insurance?
Dr. Baucom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 755-3070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baucom accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Baucom 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Baucom's office located?
Dr. Catherine Baucom's Primary Practice
541 Shadows Ln Ste C
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 755-3070
What is Dr. Baucom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baucom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588845184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baucom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baucom
What is Dr. Catherine Baucom's specialty?
Dr. Baucom is a Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Catherine Baucom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baucom is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, North Oaks 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
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Is Catherine Baucom accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Baucom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Baucom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baucom's office at (225) 755-3070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Baucom?
Please contact Dr. Baucom's office at (225) 755-3070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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