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Dr. Kristyn Tallo

Covington, LA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tallo, Dermatologist in Covington, LA?

    Focused on radiation skin damage management through skin lesion removal, combining procedural precision with individualized treatment planning, Dr. Kristyn Tallo is a Dermatologist in Covington, LA, with a practice that extends to Hammond. She brings a methodical approach to addressing complex skin conditions, ensuring patients receive tailored care for their specific needs. Patients often seek Dr. Tallo for conditions such as radiation skin damage, acne, sun damage skin condition, warts, various skin conditions, and medication management. Her expertise in skin lesion removal is particularly valuable for patients dealing with the aftermath of radiation therapy or those seeking preventive care for skin damage. By focusing on precise procedural techniques and personalized treatment plans, Dr. Tallo helps patients achieve optimal outcomes and restore skin health. Dr. Tallo is affiliated with several top-ranked hospitals in Louisiana, including St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, and Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge. Her broad clinical expertise and hospital affiliations underscore her commitment to delivering high-quality dermatological care. Dr. Tallo's practice in Covington accepts various insurance carriers, including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Humana, and Medicare. For those seeking care in Hammond, she maintains a secondary practice location. As a dedicated dermatologist serving these communities, Dr. Tallo provides accessible and comprehensive skin care solutions to her patients.

    What languages does Dr. Tallo speak?

    Dr. Tallo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Tallo typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Tallo 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. Tallo. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    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:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Molluscum Contagiosum
    • Skin Infection
    • Water Warts
    • Molluscum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B081: Molluscum contagiosum

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Tallo typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Tallo 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. Tallo. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Tallo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tallo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 400-5551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tallo accept in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Tallo in Covington, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tallo's office located?

    Dr. Kristyn Tallo's Primary Practice

    1441 Ochsner Blvd

    Covington, LA 70433

    (985) 400-5551

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    Dr. Kristyn Tallo's Practice 2

    42421 Pelican Professional Park

    Hammond, LA 70403

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    What is Dr. Tallo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tallo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437044823.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tallo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tallo

    What is Dr. Kristyn Tallo's specialty?

    Dr. Tallo is a Dermatologist near Covington, LA.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

    Is this Dr. Kristyn Tallo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tallo is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Kristyn Tallo accepting new patients in Covington, LA?

    No, Dr. Kristyn Tallo is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristyn Tallo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tallo's office at (985) 400-5551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristyn Tallo?

    Please contact Dr. Tallo's office at (985) 400-5551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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