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Dr. Vivek Khare, MD

Shreveport, LA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Khare, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Vivek Khare, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Khare graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Dermatopathology; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Khare is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khare’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khare’s office at (318) 621-8820.

    Where did Dr. Khare go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Dermatopathology; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Khare board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vivek Khare, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Khare speak?

    Dr. Khare and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Khare treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Khare 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. Khare. 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:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • D224: Melanocytic nevi of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Thickened Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin hypertrophy
    • Hypertrophic skin disorder
    • Skin thickening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Mole on Face
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Facial nevus
    • Birthmark on face
    • Facial spot
    • Beauty mark

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Does Dr. Khare accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khare accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 621-8820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khare accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Khare in Shreveport, 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 Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Khare's office located?

    Dr. Vivek Khare's Primary Practice

    2915 Missouri Ave

    Shreveport, LA 71109

    (318) 621-8820

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    Dr. Vivek Khare's Practice 2

    309 Jackson St

    Monroe, LA 71201

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    Dr. Vivek Khare's Practice 3

    211 4th St

    Alexandria, LA 71301

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    What is Dr. Khare's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Khare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598753915.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khare?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khare

    What is Dr. Vivek Khare's specialty?

    Dr. Khare is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Shreveport, LA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Khare to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vivek Khare affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Khare is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis Knighton Pierremont, Willis - Knighton Medical Center, Willis Knighton Bossier, Willis Knighton South. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

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    Is Vivek Khare accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Vivek Khare is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vivek Khare offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khare's office at (318) 621-8820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vivek Khare?

    Please contact Dr. Khare's office at (318) 621-8820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vivek Khare have?

    Dr. Vivek Khare is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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