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Dr. Dennis Hutchens, MD

Kenner, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hutchens, Anesthesiologist in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Dennis Hutchens, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Kenner, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Hutchens graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Marshall U Sch Med Afl Hsp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hutchens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hutchens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hutchens’s office at (504) 464-8506.

    Where did Dr. Hutchens go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Marshall U Sch Med Afl Hsp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hutchens board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Hutchens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Hutchens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hutchens typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hutchens 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. Hutchens. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hutchens typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hutchens 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. Hutchens. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Hutchens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hutchens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 464-8506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hutchens accept in Kenner, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Ochsner Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hutchens' office located?

    Dr. Dennis Hutchens' Primary Practice

    180 W Esplanade Ave

    Kenner, LA 70065

    (504) 464-8506

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

    Dr. Hutchens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366533366.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hutchens?

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

    What is Dr. Dennis Hutchens's specialty?

    Dr. Hutchens is a Anesthesiologist near Kenner, LA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Dennis Hutchens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hutchens is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial Hospital, 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 Dennis Hutchens accepting new patients in Kenner, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Hutchens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dennis Hutchens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hutchens's office at (504) 464-8506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dennis Hutchens?

    Please contact Dr. Hutchens's office at (504) 464-8506 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Hutchens have?

    Dr. Dennis Hutchens is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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