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Who is Dr. Gau, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Victoria Gau, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gau’s office at (225) 761-5200.
What languages does Dr. Gau speak?
Dr. Gau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Gau typically treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Gau 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. Gau. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Other Voice Problems
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cord
- Single vocal cord paralysis
- Voice changes
- Vocal issues
- Resonance issues
- Laryngeal paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cords
- Vocal fold paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- R490: Dysphonia
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
- R498: Other voice and resonance disorders
- J3800: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Laryngeal Spasm
- Throat Disorder
- Vocal cord spasm
- Throat spasm
- Laryngospasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- J385: Laryngeal spasm
What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Gau typically perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Gau 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. Gau. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Laryngeal Function Study
- Voice box function test
- Aerodynamic voice testing
- Acoustic voice analysis
- Vocal cord function test
CPT Codes:
- 92520: Laryngeal function studies (ie, aerodynamic testing and acoustic testing)
Also known as:
- Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
- Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
- Vocal Cord Exam
- Throat Scope with Strobe Light
- Voice Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
- Laryngeal Botox Injection
- Voice Box Chemodenervation
- Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed
Does Dr. Gau accept my insurance?
Dr. Gau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 761-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gau accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Gau in Baton Rouge, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gau's office located?
Dr. Victoria Gau's Primary Practice
17050 Medical Center Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 761-5200
What is Dr. Gau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598128027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gau
What is Dr. Victoria Gau's specialty?
Dr. Gau is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.
Is this Dr. Victoria Gau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gau is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Terrebonne General Health System, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 Victoria Gau accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Victoria Gau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victoria Gau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gau's office at (225) 761-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victoria Gau?
Please contact Dr. Gau's office at (225) 761-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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