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Dr. Karalyn Bentley, MD

Dr. Karalyn Bentley, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bentley, Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Karalyn Bentley, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bentley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bentley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bentley’s office at (225) 769-5656.

    What languages does Dr. Bentley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bentley treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bentley 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. Bentley. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Incisional Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder problems
    • Biliary tract disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Removal
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastrectomy
    • Absence of Stomach
    • Missing Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Bentley perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Karalyn Bentley may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bentley's office.

    Does Dr. Bentley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bentley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-5656 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bentley accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Bentley 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

    • AmWINS Group

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bentley's office located?

    Dr. Karalyn Bentley's Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 612

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 769-5656

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    Dr. Karalyn Bentley's Practice 2

    5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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    Dr. Karalyn Bentley's Practice 3

    5326 Oak St

    Saint Francisville, LA 70775

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

    Dr. Bentley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588082937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bentley?

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

    What is Dr. Karalyn Bentley's specialty?

    Dr. Bentley is a Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Bentley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karalyn Bentley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bentley is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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

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    Is Karalyn Bentley accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Karalyn Bentley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karalyn Bentley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bentley's office at (225) 769-5656 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karalyn Bentley?

    Please contact Dr. Bentley's office at (225) 769-5656 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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