Dr. Kacie Sims, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sims, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kacie Sims, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sims is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sims’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sims’s office at (225) 763-6337.
What languages does Dr. Sims speak?
Dr. Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sims treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
- Hb SC Disease
- Sickle Hemoglobin C Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
- D5720: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Sims perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Bone Marrow Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Marrow Aspiration
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Test
- Bone Marrow Sample
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
- 38220: Diagnostic bone marrow; aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Sample
- Marrow Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 38221: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
- Spinal tap
- CSF analysis
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture
- Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
- 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Does Dr. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 763-6337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sims accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Sims in Baton Rouge, 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
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sims' office located?
Dr. Kacie Sims' Primary Practice
8300 Constantin Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 763-6337
What is Dr. Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619291630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sims
What is Dr. Kacie Sims's specialty?
Dr. Sims is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Baton Rouge, LA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Sims to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kacie Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sims is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, North Oaks Medical Center 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 Kacie Sims accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kacie Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kacie Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (225) 763-6337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kacie Sims?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (225) 763-6337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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