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Who is Dr. Knight, Vascular Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Fredrick Knight, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Knight graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Knight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knight’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knight’s office at (318) 226-0058.
Where did Dr. Knight go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Baylor Medical Center at Garland Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Knight board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Fredrick Knight, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Knight speak?
Dr. Knight and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Knight treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Knight 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. Knight. 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:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Vascular Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
- Artery Disease
- Blood Vessel Disorder
- Circulatory System Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
- I779: Disorder of arteries and arterioles, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Knight perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Knight 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. Knight. 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:
- Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Neck artery surgery
- Vertebral artery clearing
- Subclavian artery clearing
CPT Codes:
- 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision
Also known as:
- Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- EVAR
- Aortic Stent Placement
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Minimally Invasive Aorta Repair
CPT Codes:
- 34705: Endovascular repair of infrarenal aorta and/or iliac artery(ies) by deployment of an aorto-bi-iliac endograft including pre-procedure sizing and device selection, all nonselective catheterization(s), all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, all endograft extension(s) placed in the aorta from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation, and all angioplasty/stenting performed from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation; for other than rupture (eg, for aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Stent Placement
- Neck artery stenting
- Carotid angioplasty with stent
- Transcatheter carotid stent
CPT Codes:
- 37215: Transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), cervical carotid artery, open or percutaneous, including angioplasty, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation; with distal embolic protection
Also known as:
- Open Femoral Artery Exposure
- Groin Incision for Artery Access
- Femoral Artery Cutdown
- Open Femoral Artery Access
CPT Codes:
- 34812: Open femoral artery exposure for delivery of endovascular prosthesis, by groin incision, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Knight accept my insurance?
Dr. Knight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 226-0058 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knight accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Knight in Shreveport, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Knight's office located?
Dr. Fredrick Knight's Primary Practice
2751 Albert L Bicknell Dr Ste 5A
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 226-0058
What is Dr. Knight's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538209697.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knight?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knight
What is Dr. Fredrick Knight's specialty?
Dr. Knight is a Vascular Surgeon near Shreveport, LA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Knight to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fredrick Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knight is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland 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
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Is Fredrick Knight accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Fredrick Knight is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fredrick Knight offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (318) 226-0058 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fredrick Knight?
Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (318) 226-0058 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fredrick Knight have?
Dr. Fredrick Knight is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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