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Dr. Kevin Sittig, MD

Dr. Kevin Sittig, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sittig, Pediatric Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Kevin Sittig, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Sittig graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Hp-Shreveport, General Surgery. Dr. Sittig is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sittig’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sittig’s office at (318) 813-2655.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sittig?

    Dr. Kevin Sittig, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sittig empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Burn Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shreveport/LA community, Dr. Sittig is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Sittig go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: La State Univ Hp-Shreveport, General Surgery | La State University Hp Shreveport

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Sittig speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sittig treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Sittig 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. Sittig. 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.

    Also known as:

    • General Burn Injury
    • Burns
    • Thermal Injury
    • Fire Burn
    • Scald Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Gangrene
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
    • PAD with Tissue Death
    • Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
    • E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Limb Loss
    • Amputation
    • Missing Limb
    • Limb Absence

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z899: Acquired absence of limb, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Open Wound on Left Foot
    • Open wound on foot
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Foot Injury
    • Left Foot Cut
    • Left Foot Laceration
    • Foot cut
    • Foot gash
    • Foot injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S91302A: Unspecified open wound, left foot, initial encounter
    • S91301A: Unspecified open wound, right foot, initial encounter
    • S91301D: Unspecified open wound, right foot, subsequent encounter
    • S91309A: Unspecified open wound, unspecified foot, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Skin Transplant
    • Skin Graft
    • Dermal Transplant
    • Tissue Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z945: Skin transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Lower Leg Injury
    • Left Calf Wound
    • Left Shin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
    • S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    What procedures does Dr. Sittig perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Sittig 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. Sittig. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
    • Corn paring
    • Callus debridement
    • Hyperkeratotic lesion removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
    • 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Autologous Skin Graft
    • Partial Thickness Skin Graft
    • Skin Transplant
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Autograft Skin Transplant
    • Skin Grafting for Large Areas

    CPT Codes:

    • 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
    • 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
    • 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Small Burn Treatment
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Burns
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Partial-Thickness Burn Care
    • Burn Debridement
    • Minor Burn Dressing
    • Small Burn Wound Care
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Bed Preparation
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Toe Amputation (at Joint)
    • Toe Amputation
    • Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
    • Interphalangeal Joint Toe Amputation
    • Partial Toe Amputation
    • Toe Removal Surgery
    • Digit Amputation
    • Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
    • Toe removal surgery
    • Foot digit amputation
    • MTP joint amputation
    • Metatarsal Amputation
    • Partial Foot Amputation
    • Toe Removal with Metatarsal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28825: Amputation, toe; interphalangeal joint
    • 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
    • 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single

    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. Sittig accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sittig accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 813-2655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sittig accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Sittig in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • SSM Health Care

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sittig's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Sittig's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 813-2655

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

    Dr. Sittig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104846989.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sittig?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Sittig's specialty?

    Dr. Sittig is a Pediatric Surgeon near Shreveport, LA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Sittig to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kevin Sittig affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sittig is affiliated with Mount St. Mary’s Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kevin Sittig accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Sittig is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Sittig offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sittig's office at (318) 813-2655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kevin Sittig?

    Please contact Dr. Sittig's office at (318) 813-2655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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