50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blanda, Orthopedic Surgeon in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Louis Blanda, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He has been practicing for over 50 years. Dr. Blanda graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Blanda is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanda’s office at (337) 234-5234.
Where did Dr. Blanda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Blanda speak?
Dr. Blanda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Blanda typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Blanda 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. Blanda. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Blanda typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Blanda 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. Blanda. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Blanda accept my insurance?
Dr. Blanda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 234-5234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blanda accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Blanda in Lafayette, 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
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blanda's office located?
Dr. Louis Blanda's Primary Practice
1103 Kaliste Saloom Rd Ste 100
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 234-5234
What is Dr. Blanda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blanda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730189580.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanda
What is Dr. Louis Blanda's specialty?
Dr. Blanda is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Lafayette, LA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Louis Blanda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blanda is affiliated with Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Louis Blanda accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Louis Blanda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Blanda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blanda's office at (337) 234-5234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Blanda?
Please contact Dr. Blanda's office at (337) 234-5234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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