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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perkowski, Vascular Surgeon in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Paul Perkowski, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Perkowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perkowski’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perkowski’s office at (225) 384-5617.
What languages does Dr. Perkowski speak?
Dr. Perkowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Perkowski treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Perkowski 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. Perkowski. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Left Leg Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- Right leg claudication
- PAD right leg pain with activity
- Right leg artery pain when walking
- PAD left leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia left leg
- Severe left leg artery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg
- I70222: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, left leg
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
- T82898D: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, subsequent encounter
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:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Hardening of Left Leg Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
- Hardening of Right Leg Arteries with Foot Ulcer
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Left leg PAD with claudication
- Left leg artery disease with pain
- Intermittent claudication left leg
- PAD with foot wound
- Right leg artery disease with foot ulcer
- Vascular ulcer on foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70212: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, left leg
- I70235: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration of other part of foot
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Leg Arteries
- Leg Artery Embolism
- Lower Extremity Thrombosis
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I743: Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of the lower extremities
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Perkowski perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Perkowski 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. Perkowski's office.
Does Dr. Perkowski accept my insurance?
Dr. Perkowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 384-5617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perkowski accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Perkowski in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Perkowski's office located?
What is Dr. Perkowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perkowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053301150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perkowski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perkowski
What is Dr. Paul Perkowski's specialty?
Dr. Perkowski is a Vascular Surgeon near Shreveport, 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. Perkowski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Perkowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perkowski is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 Paul Perkowski accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Perkowski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Perkowski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perkowski's office at (225) 384-5617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Perkowski?
Please contact Dr. Perkowski's office at (225) 384-5617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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