31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Decou, Pediatric Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. James Decou, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Decou graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program. Dr. Decou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Decou’s office.
Where did Dr. Decou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Decou board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Decou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Decou speak?
Dr. Decou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Decou typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Decou 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. Decou. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Pigeon Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Decou typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Decou 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. Decou. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Closure of Stomach Tube Opening
- Gastrostomy Closure
- Stomach Stoma Closure
- G-tube Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43870: Closure of gastrostomy, surgical
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Does Dr. Decou accept my insurance?
Dr. Decou 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. Decou accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Decou in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ASR Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
McLaren Health Care
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Decou's office located?
What is Dr. Decou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Decou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326197625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Decou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Decou
What is Dr. James Decou's specialty?
Dr. Decou is a Pediatric Surgeon near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. James Decou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Decou is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West 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 James Decou accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. James Decou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Decou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Decou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Decou?
Please contact Dr. Decou's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Decou have?
Dr. James Decou is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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330 Barclay Ave NE Ste 202
Grand Rapids, MI 49503