27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fredericks, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Leroy Fredericks, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Fredericks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fredericks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fredericks’s office at (337) 494-6768.
What languages does Dr. Fredericks speak?
Dr. Fredericks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Fredericks typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Fredericks 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. Fredericks. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Fredericks typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Fredericks 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. Fredericks. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Fredericks accept my insurance?
Dr. Fredericks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 494-6768 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fredericks accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Fredericks 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fredericks' office located?
Dr. Leroy Fredericks' Primary Practice
2770 3rd Ave Fl 2
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 494-6768
What is Dr. Fredericks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fredericks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043335755.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fredericks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fredericks
What is Dr. Leroy Fredericks's specialty?
Dr. Fredericks is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Lake Charles, LA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Leroy Fredericks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fredericks is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, West Calcasieu Cameron 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Leroy Fredericks accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Leroy Fredericks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leroy Fredericks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fredericks's office at (337) 494-6768 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leroy Fredericks?
Please contact Dr. Fredericks's office at (337) 494-6768 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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