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Dr. James Groves, MD

Lake Charles, LA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Groves, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. James Groves, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Groves graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Groves is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Groves’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Groves’s office at (337) 480-5530.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Groves?

    Dr. James Groves, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) 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. Groves empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Obstetrics, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lake Charles/LA community, Dr. Groves is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Groves speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Groves treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Groves 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. Groves. 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:

    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Second Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Late Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Third Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy
    • Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Second Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy
    • Mid-pregnancy care
    • Second trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in mid-pregnancy
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
    • Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
    • Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3401: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, first trimester
    • Z3402: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, second trimester
    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Amenorrhea
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
    • Absent Periods
    • No Periods
    • Lack of Menstruation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
    • N912: Amenorrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Threatened Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion
    • Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
    • Signs of Miscarriage
    • Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion
    • O200: Threatened abortion

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Other Menopause Related Condition
    • Menopause
    • Perimenopausal Issues
    • Menopausal Symptoms
    • Climacteric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N958: Other specified menopausal and perimenopausal disorders

    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:

    • Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • Postpartum Care
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Moderate vaginal tear
    • Second degree tear after birth
    • Perineal muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    What procedures does Dr. Groves perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Groves 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. Groves. 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:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
    • D&C for Missed Abortion
    • Surgical Miscarriage Management
    • First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Treatment for Incomplete Miscarriage
    • D&C for incomplete abortion
    • Surgical miscarriage management
    • Uterine evacuation
    • Incomplete abortion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 59812: Treatment of incomplete abortion, any trimester, completed surgically

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Uterus Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
    • Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
    • Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Lining Removal
    • Endometrial Resection
    • Thermoablation of Uterus

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
    • 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
    • Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
    • Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
    • Peritoneal lesion fulguration
    • Endometriosis removal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
    • LEEP Procedure
    • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
    • Cervical Conization
    • Cone Biopsy of Cervix

    CPT Codes:

    • 57522: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision

    Does Dr. Groves accept my insurance?

    Dr. Groves accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 480-5530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Groves accept in Lake Charles, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Groves' office located?

    Dr. James Groves' Primary Practice

    1890 W Gauthier Rd Ste 130

    Lake Charles, LA 70605

    (337) 480-5530

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

    Dr. Groves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386859106.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Groves?

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

    What is Dr. James Groves's specialty?

    Dr. Groves is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Lake Charles, LA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Groves to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Groves affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Groves is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

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    Is James Groves accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. James Groves is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Groves offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Groves's office at (337) 480-5530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Groves?

    Please contact Dr. Groves's office at (337) 480-5530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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