16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amy, Surgeon in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Eric Amy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Amy graduated from Lsu Med Center Shreveport and completed his residency at Lsu Med Health Sciences Center. Dr. Amy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amy’s office at (337) 942-7192.
Where did Dr. Amy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Med Health Sciences Center
Medical School: Lsu Med Center Shreveport
Is Dr. Amy board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Eric Amy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Amy speak?
Dr. Amy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Amy treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Amy 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. Amy. 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.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder problems
- Biliary tract disease
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Which procedures does Dr. Amy perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Amy may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Amy's office.
Does Dr. Amy accept my insurance?
Dr. Amy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 942-7192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amy accept in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Amy in Opelousas, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Amy's office located?
Dr. Eric Amy's Primary Practice
703 E Prudhomme St Ste 1
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-7192
What is Dr. Amy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649294398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amy
What is Dr. Eric Amy's specialty?
Dr. Amy is a Surgeon near Opelousas, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Amy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Amy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amy is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Surgeon?
Explore Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Eric Amy accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Amy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Amy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amy's office at (337) 942-7192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Amy?
Please contact Dr. Amy's office at (337) 942-7192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Amy have?
Dr. Eric Amy is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Other Surgeon Near Opelousas, LA
MM
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Mandy Maness, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Lafayette, LA
JM
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. John Morrison, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Lafayette, LA
CC
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Charles Chappuis, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified.
Lafayette, LA