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Dr. Howard Ragland, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ragland, Dermatologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Howard Ragland, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Ragland completed his residency at Charity Hosp-Lsu Sch Med. Dr. Ragland is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ragland’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ragland’s office at (985) 868-9300.

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

    • Residency: Charity Hosp-Lsu Sch Med

    Is Dr. Ragland board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Ragland, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Ragland speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ragland treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ragland 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. Ragland. 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:

    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L853: Xerosis cutis
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

    • Itching
    • Pruritus
    • Skin Itch
    • Generalized Itching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L299: Pruritus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type
    • Tumor of uncertain nature
    • Lesion of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Does Dr. Ragland accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ragland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 868-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ragland accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Ragland in New Orleans, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ragland's office located?

    Dr. Howard Ragland's Primary Practice

    1415 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    (985) 868-9300

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    Dr. Howard Ragland's Practice 2

    2000 Canal St Fl 4

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Howard Ragland's Practice 3

    1990 Industrial Blvd

    Houma, LA 70363

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

    Dr. Ragland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649482738.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ragland?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Ragland's specialty?

    Dr. Ragland is a Dermatologist near New Orleans, LA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Ragland to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Ragland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ragland is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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 Howard Ragland accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Ragland is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Ragland offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ragland's office at (985) 868-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Ragland?

    Please contact Dr. Ragland's office at (985) 868-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Ragland have?

    Dr. Howard Ragland is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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