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Who is Dr. Pretus, Vascular Surgeon in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Henry Pretus, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Pretus graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Vascular Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Pretus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pretus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pretus’s office.
Where did Dr. Pretus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Vascular Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery | University of Florida Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Pretus speak?
Dr. Pretus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pretus treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Pretus 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. Pretus. 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
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Hardening of Right Leg Arteries
- Hardening of Left Leg Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
- Right leg artery disease
- PAD in right leg
- Atherosclerosis of right leg
- Left leg PAD with claudication
- Left leg artery disease with pain
- Intermittent claudication left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
- I70201: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, right leg
- I70212: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, left leg
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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83019: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Which procedures does Dr. Pretus perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Henry Pretus 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. Pretus' office.
Does Dr. Pretus accept my insurance?
Dr. Pretus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pretus accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Pretus in Metairie, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Missouri Care Health Plan
Territory of Guam
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pretus' office located?
What is Dr. Pretus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pretus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982661997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pretus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pretus
What is Dr. Henry Pretus's specialty?
Dr. Pretus is a Vascular Surgeon near Metairie, 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. Pretus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Henry Pretus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pretus is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital 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 Henry Pretus accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Henry Pretus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Henry Pretus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pretus's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Henry Pretus?
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4315 Houma Blvd Ste 304
Metairie, LA 70006