Summary

Dr. David Rau treats drug allergy, tobacco use disorder, and ventral hernia, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and laparoscopy. He practices surgery and has 42 years of experience. He is affiliated with Physicians Medical Center LLC and sees patients in Houma and Morgan City, Louisiana. Dr. Rau earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rau 4.77 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. David John Rau has 6 locations

Bayou Surgical Specialists

5619 Highway 311 Ste AHouma, LA 70360
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southern Regional Medical Center

1978 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 70363

Ochsner Saint Mary

1125 Marguerite StMorgan City, LA 70380

Bayou Surgical Specialists

1216 N Victor II Blvd Ste 200Morgan City, LA 70380
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryAnesthesiologyPlastic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
5 
4.2 
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42 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Houma , LAHouma , LABaton Rouge , LAHouma , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David John Rau

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • Denver Health Medical Plan - Medicare
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HRA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. David John Rau has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David John Rau has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Other
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. David John Rau holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Rau's NPI number is 1598817389.

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What languages does Dr. David Rau speak?
Dr. David Rau speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Rau affiliated with?
Dr. David Rau is affiliated with Physicians Medical Center Llc.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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