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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Mcgaff, Surgeon in Lutcher, LA?
Dr. Charles Mcgaff, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lutcher, LA. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mcgaff completed his residency at Lsu. Dr. Mcgaff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcgaff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgaff’s office at (225) 258-2080.
Where did Dr. Mcgaff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu
Medical School: Ohio State Univ.College of Medicine And Public Health
Is Dr. Mcgaff board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Charles Mcgaff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mcgaff speak?
Dr. Mcgaff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mcgaff treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mcgaff 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. Mcgaff. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
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:
- 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:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
What procedures does Dr. Mcgaff perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mcgaff 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. Mcgaff. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- 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
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 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)
Does Dr. Mcgaff accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcgaff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 258-2080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgaff accept in Lutcher, LA?
Dr. Mcgaff in Lutcher, 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
County of Kern (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mcgaff's office located?
What is Dr. Mcgaff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcgaff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730116716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgaff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcgaff
What is Dr. Charles Mcgaff's specialty?
Dr. Mcgaff is a Surgeon near Lutcher, 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. Mcgaff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Mcgaff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcgaff is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. James Parish 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 Charles Mcgaff accepting new patients in Lutcher, LA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Mcgaff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Mcgaff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcgaff's office at (225) 258-2080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Mcgaff?
Please contact Dr. Mcgaff's office at (225) 258-2080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Mcgaff have?
Dr. Charles Mcgaff is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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