RD
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Duplechin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Rochelle Duplechin is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Duplechin completed her residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Duplechin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duplechin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duplechin’s office.
Where did Dr. Duplechin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La
Is Dr. Duplechin board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rochelle Duplechin is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Duplechin speak?
Dr. Duplechin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Duplechin typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Duplechin 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. Duplechin. 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:
- 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 Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
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:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
- Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Duplechin typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Duplechin 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. Duplechin. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, 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. Duplechin accept my insurance?
Dr. Duplechin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Duplechin accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Duplechin in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Duplechin's office located?
What is Dr. Duplechin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Duplechin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972602951.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duplechin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Duplechin
What is Dr. Rochelle Duplechin's specialty?
Dr. Duplechin is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Rochelle Duplechin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Duplechin is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General 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
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Is Rochelle Duplechin accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rochelle Duplechin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rochelle Duplechin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Duplechin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rochelle Duplechin?
Please contact Dr. Duplechin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rochelle Duplechin have?
Dr. Rochelle Duplechin is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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1214 Coolidge Blvd
Lafayette, LA 70503