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Dr. Micah Siegel, MD

Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Kenner, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Siegel, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Micah Siegel, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kenner, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Siegel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Siegel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Siegel’s office at (504) 702-5700.

    What languages does Dr. Siegel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Siegel typically treat?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Siegel 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. Siegel. 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:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg
    • Open Sore on Leg
    • Skin Wound on Leg
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Foot Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Foot
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed

    What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Siegel typically perform?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Siegel 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. Siegel. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Nail Trimming and Cleaning
    • Therapeutic Nail Debridement
    • Thick Nail Treatment
    • Fungal Nail Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Siegel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Siegel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Siegel accept in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Siegel in Kenner, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact Administered Payer

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Siegel's office located?

    Dr. Micah Siegel's Primary Practice

    180 W Esplanade Ave Ste 108

    Kenner, LA 70065

    (504) 702-5700

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    Dr. Micah Siegel's Practice 2

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Micah Siegel's Practice 3

    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

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

    Dr. Siegel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447541941.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Siegel?

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

    What is Dr. Micah Siegel's specialty?

    Dr. Siegel is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Kenner, LA.

    What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?

    Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability.

    Is Dr. Micah Siegel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Siegel is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital 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 Dr. Micah Siegel accepting new patients in Kenner, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Micah Siegel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Micah Siegel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Siegel's office at (504) 702-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Micah Siegel?

    Please contact Dr. Siegel's office at (504) 702-5700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Siegel's office located?

    Dr. Siegel's offices are located in Kenner, LA, New Orleans, LA, and Marrero, LA.