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Dr. Caitlin Creel, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Creel, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Caitlin Creel, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Creel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Creel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Creel’s office at (214) 648-2992.

    What languages does Dr. Creel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Creel typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Creel 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. Creel. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Creel typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Caitlin Creel may include:

    Please contact Dr. Creel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Creel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Creel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 648-2992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Creel accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Creel in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Creel's office located?

    Dr. Caitlin Creel's Primary Practice

    200 Henry Clay Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70118

    (214) 648-2992

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    What hospitals are Dr. Creel affiliated with?

    Dr. Creel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Parkland Health,Dallas, TX

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

    Dr. Creel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457970295.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Creel?

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

    What is Dr. Caitlin Creel's specialty?

    Dr. Creel is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Caitlin Creel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Creel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Parkland Health. 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

    When to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Caitlin Creel accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Caitlin Creel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caitlin Creel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Creel's office at (214) 648-2992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caitlin Creel?

    Please contact Dr. Creel's office at (214) 648-2992 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Creel's office located?

    Dr. Creel's office is located in New Orleans, LA.