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Dr. James Herrington, MD

Lafayette, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herrington, Gastroenterologist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. James Herrington, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Herrington graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Gastroenterology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Herrington is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrington’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrington’s office at (337) 269-0963.

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

    • Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Gastroenterology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Herrington board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Herrington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Herrington speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Herrington treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Herrington 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. Herrington. 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:

    • 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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Swallowing problems
    • Painful swallowing
    • Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing in throat
    • Esophageal swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1319: Other dysphagia
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    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:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities
    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Does Dr. Herrington accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herrington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 269-0963 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herrington accept in Lafayette, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Community Care Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Herrington's office located?

    Dr. James Herrington's Primary Practice

    439 Heymann Blvd

    Lafayette, LA 70503

    (337) 269-0963

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    Dr. James Herrington's Practice 2

    2390 W Congress St

    Lafayette, LA 70506

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    Dr. James Herrington's Practice 3

    1555 Gary Dr Ste B

    Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

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

    Dr. Herrington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386710457.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrington?

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

    What is Dr. James Herrington's specialty?

    Dr. Herrington is a Gastroenterologist near Lafayette, LA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Herrington to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Herrington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herrington is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is James Herrington accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. James Herrington is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Herrington offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herrington's office at (337) 269-0963 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Herrington?

    Please contact Dr. Herrington's office at (337) 269-0963 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Herrington have?

    Dr. James Herrington is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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