Summary

Dr. Walter Ledet treats abdominal pain, GERD, and noninfectious gastroenteritis, and performs core needle breast biopsy and stereotactic breast biopsy. He practices surgery, thoracic surgery, and cardiology and has 58 years of experience in medicine.

Dr. Ledet trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at Confederate Memorial Medical Center. He is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and sees patients in Sulphur and Lake Charles, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ledet 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 58 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Confederate Memorial Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet has 3 locations

Sulphur Surgical Clinic

914 Cypress StSulphur, LA 70663
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Christus Saint Patrick Hospital

524 Doctor Michael Debakey DrLake Charles, LA 70601

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Speaks English
Sulphur , LABaton Rouge , LALake Charles , LAOrlando , FL
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Culinary Health Fund
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Cardiology
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

PositionStateYearStatus
Medical DoctorLouisiana2026Active

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Confederate Memorial Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1968.

NPI Number

Dr. Ledet's NPI number is 1619962479.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Walter Ledet accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Walter Ledet accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Ledet?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Ledet affiliated with?
Dr. Walter Ledet is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.

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