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Dr. Herbert Phelan, MD

Dr. Herbert Phelan, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Phelan, Trauma Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Herbert Phelan, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Phelan graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Dr. Phelan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phelan’s office.

    Where did Dr. Phelan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    Is Dr. Phelan board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Herbert Phelan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Phelan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Phelan typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Phelan 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. Phelan. 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:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Minor Body Surface Burns
    • Burns
    • Small Area Burns
    • Limited Burns
    • First Degree Burns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T310: Burns involving less than 10% of body surface

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Phelan typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Phelan 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. Phelan. 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:

    • Large Vascular Skin Lesion Removal
    • Cutaneous Vascular Lesion Destruction
    • Laser Skin Lesion Removal
    • Vascular Birthmark Treatment
    • Skin Growth Removal (Laser)

    CPT Codes:

    • 17108: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); over 50.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Autologous Skin Graft
    • Partial Thickness Skin Graft
    • Skin Transplant
    • Autograft Skin Transplant
    • Skin Grafting for Large Areas

    CPT Codes:

    • 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
    • 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Does Dr. Phelan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Phelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Phelan accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Phelan in New Orleans, 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)

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    Where is Dr. Phelan's office located?

    Dr. Herbert Phelan's Primary Practice

    2832 Burdette St

    New Orleans, LA 70125

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    Dr. Herbert Phelan's Practice 2

    200 Henry Clay Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70118

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    What hospitals are Dr. Phelan affiliated with?

    Dr. Phelan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Medical Center New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
    Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital,Bogalusa, LA

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

    Dr. Phelan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538113469.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phelan?

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

    What is Dr. Herbert Phelan's specialty?

    Dr. Phelan is a Trauma Surgeon near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Herbert Phelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Phelan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans, Our Lady Of The Angels 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

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    Is Dr. Herbert Phelan accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Herbert Phelan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Herbert Phelan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Phelan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Herbert Phelan?

    Please contact Dr. Phelan's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Phelan's office located?

    Dr. Phelan's office is located in New Orleans, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Herbert Phelan have?

    Dr. Herbert Phelan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.