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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paddock, Procedural Dermatologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Carter Paddock, MD is a Procedural Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Paddock graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Dermatology; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Paddock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paddock’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paddock’s office at (504) 889-1831.
Where did Dr. Paddock go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Dermatology; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Paddock board certified as a Procedural Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Carter Paddock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Paddock speak?
Dr. Paddock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Paddock typically treat?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Paddock 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. Paddock. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Radiation Skin Damage
- Skin Condition
- Long-term radiation skin effects
- Non-ionizing radiation skin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- L579: Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
What procedures does a Procedural Dermatologist like Dr. Paddock typically perform?
As a Procedural Dermatologist, Dr. Paddock 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. Paddock. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Malignant Skin Lesion Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia - Medium)
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Growth Destruction
- Laser Removal of Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 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
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
- 17272: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- Skin Cancer Lesion Destruction
- PDT for precancerous skin
- Light therapy for skin lesions
- Precancerous skin treatment with light
- Actinic keratosis treatment
- Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Laser Surgery
- Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 96574: Debridement of premalignant hyperkeratotic lesion(s) (ie, targeted curettage, abrasion) followed with photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
- 17271: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Paddock accept my insurance?
Dr. Paddock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 889-1831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paddock accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Paddock in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Paddock's office located?
Dr. Carter Paddock's Primary Practice
6660 Riverside Dr Ste 205
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 889-1831
What is Dr. Paddock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paddock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467541797.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paddock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paddock
What is Dr. Carter Paddock's specialty?
Dr. Paddock is a Procedural Dermatologist near Metairie, LA.
What does a Procedural Dermatologist do?
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).
Is this Dr. Carter Paddock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paddock is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital 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 Carter Paddock accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Carter Paddock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carter Paddock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paddock's office at (504) 889-1831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carter Paddock?
Please contact Dr. Paddock's office at (504) 889-1831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carter Paddock have?
Dr. Carter Paddock is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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