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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deshotels, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Leigh Deshotels, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Deshotels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshotels’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deshotels’s office at (504) 702-3000.
What languages does Dr. Deshotels speak?
Dr. Deshotels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Deshotels typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Deshotels 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. Deshotels. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Deshotels typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leigh Deshotels may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Deshotels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Deshotels accept my insurance?
Dr. Deshotels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deshotels accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Deshotels in Metairie, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Deshotels' office located?
Dr. Leigh Deshotels' Primary Practice
4200 Houma Blvd Fl 6
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 702-3000
What is Dr. Deshotels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deshotels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003311895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshotels?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deshotels
What is Dr. Leigh Deshotels's specialty?
Dr. Deshotels is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Metairie, 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. Leigh Deshotels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deshotels is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, East Jefferson General 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leigh Deshotels accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Leigh Deshotels is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leigh Deshotels offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deshotels's office at (504) 702-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leigh Deshotels?
Please contact Dr. Deshotels's office at (504) 702-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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