17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Allain, Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Brent Allain, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Allain graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at DCH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Allain is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allain’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allain’s office at (225) 769-5656.
Where did Dr. Allain go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: DCH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Allain speak?
Dr. Allain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Allain treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Allain 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. Allain. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Allain perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Allain 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. Allain. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair (Incarcerated/Strangulated)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Hiatal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Paraesophageal Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Hernia Fix
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Complex Ventral Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 43282: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; with implantation of mesh
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49596: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Laparoscopy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Bariatric surgery
- Minimally invasive gastric bypass
- Weight loss surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
- 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Debridement
- Fascia Debridement
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
- VP Shunt Surgery
- Brain Shunt Placement
- Hydrocephalus Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
- Flank Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Does Dr. Allain accept my insurance?
Dr. Allain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-5656 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Allain accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Allain in Baton Rouge, 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)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Allain's office located?
Dr. Brent Allain's Primary Practice
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 612
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-5656
What is Dr. Allain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093923583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allain
What is Dr. Brent Allain's specialty?
Dr. Allain is a Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Allain to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brent Allain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Allain is affiliated with Woman's Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital 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 Brent Allain accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Brent Allain is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Allain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Allain's office at (225) 769-5656 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Allain?
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