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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Craighead, Vascular Surgeon in Franklin, LA?
Dr. Claude Craighead, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Franklin, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Craighead is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Craighead’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Craighead’s office at (985) 384-3171.
What languages does Dr. Craighead speak?
Dr. Craighead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Craighead treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Craighead 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. Craighead. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Craighead perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Claude Craighead 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. Craighead's office.
Does Dr. Craighead accept my insurance?
Dr. Craighead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 384-3171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Craighead accept in Franklin, LA?
Dr. Craighead in Franklin, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Craighead's office located?
Dr. Claude Craighead's Primary Practice
1097 Northwest Blvd
Franklin, LA 70538
(985) 384-3171
Dr. Claude Craighead's Practice 2
1151 Marguerite St Ste 600
Morgan City, LA 70380
(985) 384-3171
What is Dr. Craighead's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Craighead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689634453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Craighead?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Craighead
What is Dr. Claude Craighead's specialty?
Dr. Craighead is a Vascular Surgeon near Franklin, 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. Craighead to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Claude Craighead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Craighead is affiliated with Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Iberia 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
Where can I learn more about Vascular Surgeon?
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Is Claude Craighead accepting new patients in Franklin, LA?
Yes, Dr. Claude Craighead is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claude Craighead offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Craighead's office at (985) 384-3171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claude Craighead?
Please contact Dr. Craighead's office at (985) 384-3171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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