Summary

Dr. Charles Cefalu is an orthopedic surgeon who completed his medical education at Louisiana State University School of Medicine. He finished his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard University in 2021, followed by a fellowship at Wake Forest School of Medicine in 2022. With 10 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Cefalu brings expertise in surgical and non-surgical treatment approaches. He provides care in English.

Dr. Cefalu practices at Massachusetts General Hospital and sees patients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He specializes in treating joint pain, hand discomfort, and joint stiffness. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients regain mobility and reduce pain.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 10 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wake Forest School of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Charles Cefalu

10310 The Grove BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70836

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10 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Baton Rouge , LAZachary , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: Louisiana State Univ. School of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Charles Cefalu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AIG
  • AIG - Workers’ Compensation
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - EPO
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Charles Cefalu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Charles Cefalu has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

10 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Wake Forest School of Medicine in 2022.

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hosp/Harvard University in 2021.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State Univ. School of Medicine in 2016.

NPI Number

Charles Cefalu's NPI number is 1497102008.

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