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27 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Lapp, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Leesville, LA?
Dr. John De Lapp, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Leesville, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. De Lapp is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Lapp’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Lapp’s office at (337) 239-8000.
What languages does Dr. De Lapp speak?
Dr. De Lapp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. De Lapp typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. De Lapp 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. De Lapp. 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:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Shoulder Labrum Tear
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Labral Tear
- SLAP Lesion
- Torn Shoulder Labrum
ICD-10 Codes:
- S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. De Lapp typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. De Lapp 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. De Lapp. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
CPT Codes:
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. De Lapp accept my insurance?
Dr. De Lapp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 239-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Lapp accept in Leesville, LA?
Dr. De Lapp in Leesville, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. De Lapp's office located?
Dr. John De Lapp's Primary Practice
301 W Fertitta Blvd Ste 4
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 239-8000
What is Dr. De Lapp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Lapp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346216694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Lapp?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Lapp
What is Dr. John De Lapp's specialty?
Dr. De Lapp is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Leesville, LA.
What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?
An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.
Is this Dr. John De Lapp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Lapp is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital 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 John De Lapp accepting new patients in Leesville, LA?
Yes, Dr. John De Lapp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John De Lapp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Lapp's office at (337) 239-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John De Lapp?
Please contact Dr. De Lapp's office at (337) 239-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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