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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Creek, Pulmonologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Grady Creek, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Creek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Creek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Creek’s office.
What languages does Dr. Creek speak?
Dr. Creek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Creek typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Creek 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. Creek. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Creek typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Creek 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. Creek. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Chest Fluid Removal
- Thoracic Paracentesis
CPT Codes:
- 32554: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Also known as:
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Insertion
- Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
- Chest Drainage Catheter
- Permanent Pleural Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 32550: Insertion of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Does Dr. Creek accept my insurance?
Dr. Creek 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. Creek accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Creek in New Orleans, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Creek's office located?
What is Dr. Creek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Creek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902125834.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Creek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Creek
What is Dr. Grady Creek's specialty?
Dr. Creek is a Pulmonologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Grady Creek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Creek is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Grady Creek accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Grady Creek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grady Creek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Creek's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Grady Creek?
Please contact Dr. Creek's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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