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Dr. Erin Elder, MD

New Orleans, LA

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. Dr. Elder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elder’s practice accepts Cigna, 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:

    • 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does Dr. Elder perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Elder 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. 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:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
    • Oximetry Test
    • Blood Oxygen Level Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
    • Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
    • Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
    • Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
    • Breast Mass Removal with Marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion

    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

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • 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

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    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, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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

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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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