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Dr. Eric Waetjen, MD

Surgeon

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waetjen, Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Eric Waetjen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Waetjen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waetjen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waetjen’s office at (337) 721-7236.

    What languages does Dr. Waetjen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Waetjen typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Waetjen 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. Waetjen. 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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    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

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Waetjen typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Waetjen 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. Waetjen. 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:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
    • Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
    • Hand Fracture Fixation
    • Broken Hand Bone Surgery
    • Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
    • Ganglion cyst removal hand
    • Tendon sheath lesion excision
    • Mucous cyst removal finger

    CPT Codes:

    • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

    Does Dr. Waetjen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waetjen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 721-7236 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waetjen accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Waetjen in Lake Charles, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waetjen's office located?

    Dr. Eric Waetjen's Primary Practice

    1747 Imperial Blvd

    Lake Charles, LA 70605

    (337) 721-7236

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

    Dr. Waetjen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831540608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waetjen?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Waetjen's specialty?

    Dr. Waetjen is a Surgeon near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Eric Waetjen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waetjen is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area 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 Dr. Eric Waetjen accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Waetjen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Waetjen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waetjen's office at (337) 721-7236 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Waetjen?

    Please contact Dr. Waetjen's office at (337) 721-7236 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waetjen's office located?

    Dr. Waetjen's office is located in Lake Charles, LA.