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Who is Dr. Wang, Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Fikre Wang, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Wang completed his residency at Schneider Children'S Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Wang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (504) 899-4744.
Where did Dr. Wang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Schneider Children'S Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Howard University Medical School
What languages does Dr. Wang speak?
Dr. Wang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Wang treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Gangrene
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97524: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with necrosis of bone
- L97514: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of bone
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
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:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
What procedures does Dr. Wang perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Sacral Pressure Ulcer Removal with Bone Resection
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore Surgery with Bone Removal
- Sacral Decubitus Ulcer Excision
- Pressure Sore Debridement with Ostectomy
CPT Codes:
- 15937: Excision, sacral pressure ulcer, in preparation for muscle or myocutaneous flap or skin graft closure; with ostectomy
Also known as:
- Sacral Pressure Ulcer Removal
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore Excision
- Sacral Decubitus Ulcer Surgery
- Pressure Sore Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 15936: Excision, sacral pressure ulcer, in preparation for muscle or myocutaneous flap or skin graft closure;
Also known as:
- Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
- Toe Amputation
- Thigh Amputation
- Toe Amputation (at Joint)
- Lower Leg Amputation
- Limb Loss
- Metatarsal Amputation
- Partial Foot Amputation
- Toe Removal with Metatarsal
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
- Leg Amputation (Femur)
- Above-Knee Amputation
- Femoral Amputation
- Interphalangeal Joint Toe Amputation
- Partial Toe Amputation
- Toe Removal Surgery
- Digit Amputation
- Tibial-Fibular Amputation
- Leg Removal Surgery
- Below-Knee Amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 27590: Amputation, thigh, through femur, any level;
- 28825: Amputation, toe; interphalangeal joint
- 27880: Amputation, leg, through tibia and fibula;
Also known as:
- Removal of Bone Near Big Toe Joint
- Sesamoid Bone Removal
- Big Toe Sesamoidectomy
- Foot Bone Excision
CPT Codes:
- 28315: Sesamoidectomy, first toe (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?
Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 899-4744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Wang in New Orleans, 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
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wang's office located?
Dr. Fikre Wang's Primary Practice
3600 Prytania St Ste 65
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 899-4744
What is Dr. Wang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265448617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wang
What is Dr. Fikre Wang's specialty?
Dr. Wang is a Surgeon near New Orleans, 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. Wang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fikre Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Touro Lcmc Health, New Orleans East Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner, University Medical Center New Orleans. 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 Fikre Wang accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Fikre Wang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fikre Wang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (504) 899-4744 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fikre Wang?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (504) 899-4744 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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