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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wease, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Leesville, LA?
Dr. Gary Wease, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Leesville, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Wease graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Wease is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wease’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wease’s office at (337) 239-7227.
Where did Dr. Wease go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, General Surgery | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wease board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Wease, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wease speak?
Dr. Wease and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Wease treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wease 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. Wease. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Wease perform?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wease 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. Wease. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Wease accept my insurance?
Dr. Wease accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 239-7227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wease accept in Leesville, LA?
Dr. Wease in Leesville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wease's office located?
What is Dr. Wease's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wease's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538200381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wease?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wease
What is Dr. Gary Wease's specialty?
Dr. Wease is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Leesville, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Wease to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Wease affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wease is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, CHRISTUS Highland 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gary Wease accepting new patients in Leesville, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Wease is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Wease offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wease's office at (337) 239-7227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Wease?
Please contact Dr. Wease's office at (337) 239-7227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Wease have?
Dr. Gary Wease is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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