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Dr. Paul Dibbs, MD
Lafayette, LA
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dibbs, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Paul Dibbs, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Dibbs graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center Program. Dr. Dibbs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dibbs’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dibbs’s office at (337) 593-9099.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dibbs?
Dr. Paul Dibbs, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dibbs empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes in Pregnancy, High-Risk Pregnancy, Hypertension in Pregnancy, Multiple Gestation, Neonatal Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lafayette, LA community, Dr. Dibbs is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dibbs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Dibbs board certified as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Dibbs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Dibbs speak?
Dr. Dibbs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dibbs typically treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dibbs 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. Dibbs. 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:
- High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- Essential High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic hypertension in pregnancy
- Essential hypertension complicating pregnancy
- Hypertension during gestation
- Pre-existing high blood pressure in pregnancy
- Chronic Essential Hypertension in Pregnancy
- Primary Hypertension During Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure Before Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10013: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O10012: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Fetal Growth Screening
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
- Baby growth check
- Fetal growth restriction screening
- Screening for small baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
- Z364: Encounter for antenatal screening for fetal growth retardation
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Insulin-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Pregnancy Diabetes on Insulin
- Insulin for Gestational Diabetes
- GDM with Insulin
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24414: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, insulin controlled
Also known as:
- Antenatal Screening Follow-up
- Other Prenatal Screening Follow-up
- Maternal Screening Follow-up
- Pregnancy Screening Review
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z362: Encounter for other antenatal screening follow-up
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dibbs typically perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dibbs 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. Dibbs. 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:
- Vaginal Cervical Cerclage
- Cervical Stitch (Vaginal)
- Vaginal Cerclage during Pregnancy
- Cervix Strengthening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 59320: Cerclage of cervix, during pregnancy; vaginal
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Amniocentesis
- Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)
- Amniotic Fluid Test
- Amnio
- Prenatal Genetic Testing
CPT Codes:
- 59000: Amniocentesis; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Dibbs accept my insurance?
Dr. Dibbs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 593-9099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dibbs accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Dibbs in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dibbs' office located?
What is Dr. Dibbs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dibbs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689678153.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dibbs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dibbs
What is Dr. Paul Dibbs's specialty?
Dr. Dibbs is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Paul Dibbs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dibbs is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General 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
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Is Paul Dibbs accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Dibbs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Dibbs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dibbs's office at (337) 593-9099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Dibbs?
Please contact Dr. Dibbs's office at (337) 593-9099 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Dibbs have?
Dr. Paul Dibbs is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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