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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fisher, Family Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Jessica Fisher, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (970) 263-2600.
What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?
Dr. Fisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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.
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Laceration
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Right Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Leg Cut
- Left Leg Tear
- Left Lower Leg Wound
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
- Right Leg Tear
- Right Lower Leg Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81812A: Laceration without foreign body, left lower leg, initial encounter
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S81811A: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Past history of healed injury
- Wounds and Injuries
- Previous injury history
- Healed trauma history
- Old injury record
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87828: Personal history of other (healed) physical injury and trauma
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Small Burn Treatment
- Burns
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burn Debridement
- Minor Burn Dressing
- Small Burn Wound Care
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 263-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Fisher in Covington, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
What is Dr. Fisher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528311487.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fisher
What is Dr. Jessica Fisher's specialty?
Dr. Fisher is a Family Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Jessica Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fisher is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Firelands Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Jessica Fisher accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Fisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (970) 263-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Fisher?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (970) 263-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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