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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parkerson, Vascular Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Godfrey Parkerson, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Parkerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parkerson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parkerson’s office at (504) 842-4053.
What languages does Dr. Parkerson speak?
Dr. Parkerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Parkerson typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Parkerson 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. Parkerson. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
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:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Lower limb pain
- Leg discomfort
- Aching leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79606: Pain in leg, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Parkerson typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Parkerson 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. Parkerson. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
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
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Does Dr. Parkerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Parkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parkerson accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Parkerson in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Parkerson's office located?
Dr. Godfrey Parkerson's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4053
What is Dr. Parkerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245659549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parkerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parkerson
What is Dr. Godfrey Parkerson's specialty?
Dr. Parkerson is a Vascular Surgeon near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Godfrey Parkerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parkerson is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner American Legion 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 Godfrey Parkerson accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Godfrey Parkerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Godfrey Parkerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parkerson's office at (504) 842-4053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Godfrey Parkerson?
Please contact Dr. Parkerson's office at (504) 842-4053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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