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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mitchell, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kierra Mitchell is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office at (225) 765-4050.
What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?
Dr. Mitchell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mitchell typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97821: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97811: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97921: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
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:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mitchell typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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)
- 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)
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:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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. Mitchell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Mitchell in Baton Rouge, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?
Dr. Kierra Mitchell's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-4050
What is Dr. Mitchell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114678976.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mitchell
What is Dr. Kierra Mitchell's specialty?
Dr. Mitchell is a Hospitalist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Kierra Mitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kierra Mitchell accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kierra Mitchell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kierra Mitchell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (225) 765-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kierra Mitchell?
Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (225) 765-4050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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