26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mimeles, Specialist in Marrero, LA?
Dr. Derek Mimeles, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Mimeles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mimeles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mimeles’s office at (866) 214-8600.
What languages does Dr. Mimeles speak?
Dr. Mimeles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Mimeles typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mimeles 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. Mimeles. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Mimeles typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mimeles 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. Mimeles. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Mimeles accept my insurance?
Dr. Mimeles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (866) 214-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mimeles accept in Marrero, LA?
Dr. Mimeles in Marrero, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mimeles' office located?
Dr. Derek Mimeles' Primary Practice
1101 Medical Center Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(866) 214-8600
What is Dr. Mimeles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mimeles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477597490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mimeles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mimeles
What is Dr. Derek Mimeles's specialty?
Dr. Mimeles is a Specialist near Marrero, LA.
Is this Dr. Derek Mimeles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mimeles is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center 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
When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Mimeles accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Mimeles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Mimeles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mimeles's office at (866) 214-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Mimeles?
Please contact Dr. Mimeles's office at (866) 214-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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