Summary

Dr. Howard Hirsch is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Brown University. He completed his internship at University of California San Francisco Medical Center in 1987, followed by residencies at both UC San Francisco Medical Center in 1988 and University of Oklahoma Health Science Center in 1992. Dr. Hirsch furthered his training with a fellowship at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1993. With four decades of medical practice, he brings extensive surgical expertise to his patients. He is fluent in both English and French.

Dr. Hirsch practices at Sturdy Memorial Hospital and serves patients in Luling, Louisiana. His orthopedic practice focuses on helping patients manage high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations requiring immediate care. He provides comprehensive rehabilitation services through physical therapy programs and develops strength training protocols for patient recovery. Patients have given Dr. Hirsch an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his orthopedic care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 40 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Howard Scott Hirsch

1057 Paul Maillard RdLuling, LA 70070

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Howard Scott Hirsch, MDDr. Joseph L. Finstein, MDDr. Ralph Katz, MDDr. Benjamin Sketchler, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.9 
40 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Luling , LAMetairie , LAMarrero , LAMetairie , LA
Med School: Brown University Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Howard Scott Hirsch

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Howard Scott Hirsch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Howard Scott Hirsch has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Surgery (Joint Prosthesis Implantation Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Reconstructive Surgical Procedures

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Howard Scott Hirsch 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Oklahoma in 1992, University of Oklahoma Health Sci Center in 1992, and University of California San Francisco Medical Center in 1988.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of California San Francisco Medical Center in 1987.

Medical School

Graduated from Brown University in 1986.

NPI Number

Howard Scott Hirsch's NPI number is 1831144252.

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Is Howard Hirsch accepting new patients?
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Does Howard Hirsch accept my insurance?
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Does Howard Hirsch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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How can I make an appointment with Howard Hirsch?
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Which hospitals is Howard Hirsch affiliated with?
Howard Hirsch is affiliated with Sturdy Memorial Hospital.

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