Dr. Vaughn Nossaman, MD

Marrero, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Nossaman, Surgeon in Marrero, LA?

Dr. Vaughn Nossaman, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nossaman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nossaman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nossaman’s office at (504) 349-6860.

What languages does Dr. Nossaman speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Nossaman typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Nossaman 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. Nossaman. 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:

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:

Bariatric Surgery Status
Weight Loss Surgery
Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
Weight Loss Surgery History
Gastric Bypass Status
Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

ICD-10 Codes:

Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

Also known as:

Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Pre-op blood work
Lab tests before surgery
Pre-treatment lab assessment
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

Also known as:

Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
Post-Treatment Check-up
Aftercare Visit
Recovery Monitoring Exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Nossaman typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Nossaman 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. Nossaman. 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:

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Longitudinal Gastrectomy
Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery

CPT Codes:

43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)

Does Dr. Nossaman accept my insurance?

Dr. Nossaman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 349-6860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nossaman accept in Marrero, LA?

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

Top Insurances

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Nossaman's office located?

Dr. Vaughn Nossaman's Primary Practice

1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S860

Marrero, LA 70072

(504) 349-6860

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Dr. Vaughn Nossaman's Practice 2

2000 Canal St

New Orleans, LA 70112

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What hospitals are Dr. Nossaman affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Nossaman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

East Jefferson General Hospital,Metairie, LA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

West Jefferson Medical Center,Marrero, LA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans,New Orleans, LA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

University Medical Center New Orleans,New Orleans, LA

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

Dr. Nossaman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114345931.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nossaman?

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

What is Dr. Vaughn Nossaman's specialty?

Dr. Nossaman is a Surgeon near Marrero, LA.

What does a Surgeon do?

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.

Is Dr. Vaughn Nossaman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Nossaman is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, West Jefferson 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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