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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Who is Dr. Dean, Pain Medicine Specialist in Terrytown, LA?
Dr. Derrick Dean, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Terrytown, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Dean is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dean’s office at (504) 392-3131.
What languages does Dr. Dean speak?
Dr. Dean and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dean typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dean 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. Dean. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dean typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derrick Dean may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Dean's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dean accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Dean's office located?
Dr. Derrick Dean also offers virtual visits
Dr. Derrick Dean's Primary Practice
2500 Belle Chasse Hwy
Terrytown, LA 70056
(504) 392-3131
What is Dr. Dean's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dean's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841489820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dean?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dean
What is Dr. Derrick Dean's specialty?
Dr. Dean is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Terrytown, LA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Derrick Dean affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dean is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derrick Dean accepting new patients in Terrytown, LA?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Dean is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Dean offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (504) 392-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Dean?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (504) 392-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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