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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Allen, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Samuel Allen is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Allen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allen’s office at (318) 212-9440.
What languages does Dr. Allen speak?
Dr. Allen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Allen treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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.
Also known as:
- Impacted Teeth
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Stuck teeth', 'Unerupted teeth', 'Teeth that won't come in
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K011: Impacted teeth
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Jaw Disorder
- Jaw Cyst
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Development Problems
- Congenital Jaw Issues
- Abnormal Jaw Growth
- Cyst in Jaw Bone
- Odontogenic Cyst
- Jaw Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M270: Developmental disorders of jaws
- M2740: Unspecified cyst of jaw
Also known as:
- Mouth Sores or Lesions
- Mouth Infection
- Mouth Disorder
- Abscess
- Cellulitis
- Oral Lesions
- Mouth Ulcers
- Oral Mucosa Issues
- Oral Abscess
- Mouth Cellulitis
- Dental Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
- K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth
Also known as:
- Unspecified TMJ Disorder
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
- TMD
- Jaw joint pain (unspecified)
- Temporomandibular dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26609: Unspecified temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Tooth Abscess
- Abscess
- Gum Disease
- Dental abscess
- Tooth infection
- Periapical infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K047: Periapical abscess without sinus
Also known as:
- Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
- Bilateral TMJ Disorder
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
- Both side jaw joint pain
- Bilateral TMJ pain
- Both side temporomandibular arthralgia
- Both side TMJ pain
- Bilateral temporomandibular joint dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint
- M26603: Bilateral temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Non-cancerous jaw growth
- Benign mandible neoplasm
- Jaw lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Osteonecrosis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Aseptic Necrosis
- Bone Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw
Also known as:
- Unspecified Tooth or Gum Disorder
- Tooth Disorder
- General dental problem
- Oral health issue
- Dental condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K089: Disorder of teeth and supporting structures, unspecified
Also known as:
- Partial Tooth Loss
- Tooth Disorder
- Missing Teeth
- Partial Edentulism
- Some Teeth Missing
ICD-10 Codes:
- K08409: Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, unspecified class
Also known as:
- Nasal Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Nose
- Nose Bone Break
- Fractured Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Orbital Floor Fracture
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Head Injuries
- Broken Orbital Floor
- Eye Socket Bone Fracture
- Blowout Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0231XA: Fracture of orbital floor, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Allen perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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.
Also known as:
- Complex Jaw Fracture Repair
- Open Repair of Broken Jaw
- Mandibular fracture surgery
- Jaw wiring
- Internal jaw fixation
- Mandibular Fracture Surgery
- Jaw Fracture Open Reduction
- Lower Jaw Repair
CPT Codes:
- 21470: Open treatment of complicated mandibular fracture by multiple surgical approaches including internal fixation, interdental fixation, and/or wiring of dentures or splints
- 21461: Open treatment of mandibular fracture; without interdental fixation
Also known as:
- Removal of Bone Growth in Lower Jaw
- Torus Mandibularis Excision
- Mandibular Torus Removal
- Jaw Bone Spur Removal
- Oral Bone Growth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21031: Excision of torus mandibularis
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Jaw Tumor or Cyst
- Mandible Tumor Excision
- Jaw Cyst Removal
- Benign Jaw Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21040: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or curettage
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Reshaping
- Alveoloplasty
- Gum Ridge Reshaping
- Jaw Ridge Smoothing
- Dental Bone Reshaping
CPT Codes:
- 41874: Alveoloplasty, each quadrant (specify)
Also known as:
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?
Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Allen in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of California
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Allen's office located?
What is Dr. Allen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952503492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allen
What is Dr. Samuel Allen's specialty?
Dr. Allen is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Shreveport, LA. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery. Contact Dr. Allen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Specialists Hospital Shreveport 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 Samuel Allen accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Allen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Allen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (318) 212-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Allen?
Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (318) 212-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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