Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brierre, Medical Oncologist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Joseph Brierre, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Brierre completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brierre is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brierre’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brierre’s office at (337) 470-2000.
Where did Dr. Brierre go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Brierre board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Brierre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Brierre speak?
Dr. Brierre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Brierre typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Brierre 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. Brierre. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Brierre typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Brierre may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Brierre's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brierre accept my insurance?
Dr. Brierre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 470-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brierre accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Brierre in Lafayette, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brierre's office located?
Dr. Joseph Brierre's Primary Practice
4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 470-2000
What is Dr. Brierre's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brierre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316918394.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brierre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brierre
What is Dr. Joseph Brierre's specialty?
Dr. Brierre is a Medical Oncologist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Joseph Brierre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brierre is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General 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 Joseph Brierre accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Brierre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Brierre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brierre's office at (337) 470-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Brierre?
Please contact Dr. Brierre's office at (337) 470-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Brierre have?
Dr. Joseph Brierre is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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