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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elder, Surgical Oncologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Erin Elder, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Elder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elder’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elder’s office at (504) 842-4070.
What languages does Dr. Elder speak?
Dr. Elder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elder treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Elder 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. Elder. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Which procedures does Dr. Elder perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erin Elder 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elder's office.
Does Dr. Elder accept my insurance?
Dr. Elder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elder accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Elder in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health System
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elder's office located?
Dr. Erin Elder's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4070
What is Dr. Elder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497132096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elder
What is Dr. Erin Elder's specialty?
Dr. Elder is a Surgical Oncologist near New Orleans, LA. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Elder to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erin Elder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elder is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Erin Elder accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Erin Elder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Elder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elder's office at (504) 842-4070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erin Elder?
Please contact Dr. Elder's office at (504) 842-4070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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