51 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dean, Family Medicine Specialist in Greenwell Springs, LA?
Dr. Herschel Dean, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenwell Springs, LA. He has been practicing for over 51 years. Dr. Dean completed his residency at Baptist Hlth Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Dean is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dean’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dean’s office at (225) 924-9985.
Where did Dr. Dean go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baptist Hlth Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Baptist Health Med Center
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
What languages does Dr. Dean speak?
Dr. Dean and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dean typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dean 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. Dean. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dean typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Herschel Dean may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Dean's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dean accept my insurance?
Dr. Dean accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 924-9985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dean accept in Greenwell Springs, LA?
Dr. Dean in Greenwell Springs, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dean's office located?
Dr. Herschel Dean's Primary Practice
18901 Greenwell Springs Rd
Greenwell Springs, LA 70739
(225) 924-9985
What is Dr. Dean's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dean's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518004209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dean?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dean
What is Dr. Herschel Dean's specialty?
Dr. Dean is a Family Medicine Specialist near Greenwell Springs, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Herschel Dean affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dean is affiliated with Woman's Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Herschel Dean accepting new patients in Greenwell Springs, LA?
No, Dr. Herschel Dean is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herschel Dean offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (225) 924-9985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Herschel Dean?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (225) 924-9985 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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