22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Craven, Vascular Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. James Craven, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Craven completed his residency at La State University School Of Med. Dr. Craven is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Craven’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Craven’s office at (225) 215-2255.
Where did Dr. Craven go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State University School Of Med
Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Craven board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Craven, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Craven speak?
Dr. Craven and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Craven treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Craven 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. Craven. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Vascular Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
- Artery Disease
- Blood Vessel Disorder
- Circulatory System Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
- I779: Disorder of arteries and arterioles, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Narrowing of Artery
- Artery Stricture
- Blocked Artery
- Arterial Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I771: Stricture of artery
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg or Arm Arteries
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Peripheral artery disease
- PAD
- Artery hardening in limbs
- Atherosclerosis of limbs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70209: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, unspecified extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Vessel Disorder of the Intestines
- Digestive Disease
- Chronic Intestinal Ischemia
- Chronic Mesenteric Ischemia
- Long-Term Bowel Blood Flow Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K551: Chronic vascular disorders of intestine
Which procedures does Dr. Craven perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. James Craven 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. Craven's office.
Does Dr. Craven accept my insurance?
Dr. Craven accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 215-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Craven accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Craven in Baton Rouge, 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
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Craven's office located?
Dr. James Craven's Primary Practice
8119 Picardy Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 215-2255
What is Dr. Craven's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Craven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518962653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Craven?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Craven
What is Dr. James Craven's specialty?
Dr. Craven is a Vascular Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Craven to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Craven affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Craven is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 James Craven accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Craven is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Craven offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Craven's office at (225) 215-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Craven?
Please contact Dr. Craven's office at (225) 215-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Craven have?
Dr. James Craven is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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