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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcclusky, Surgeon in Ruston, LA?
Dr. Derek Mcclusky, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ruston, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mcclusky graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Mcclusky is fluent in English and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcclusky’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcclusky’s office at (318) 255-3690.
Where did Dr. Mcclusky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Mcclusky board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Derek Mcclusky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mcclusky speak?
Dr. Mcclusky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
What conditions does Dr. Mcclusky treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mcclusky 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. Mcclusky. 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Mcclusky perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Derek Mcclusky 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. Mcclusky's office.
Does Dr. Mcclusky accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcclusky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 255-3690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcclusky accept in Ruston, LA?
Dr. Mcclusky in Ruston, 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)
Gulf South Risk Services
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mcclusky's office located?
Dr. Derek Mcclusky's Primary Practice
1200 S Farmerville St
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-3690
What is Dr. Mcclusky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcclusky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184694903.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcclusky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcclusky
What is Dr. Derek Mcclusky's specialty?
Dr. Mcclusky is a Surgeon near Ruston, 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. Mcclusky to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Mcclusky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcclusky is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Derek Mcclusky accepting new patients in Ruston, LA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Mcclusky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Mcclusky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcclusky's office at (318) 255-3690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Mcclusky?
Please contact Dr. Mcclusky's office at (318) 255-3690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Mcclusky have?
Dr. Derek Mcclusky is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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