Summary

Dr. James Wood treats ventral hernia, facial fracture, and skull fracture, and performs laparoscopy, hernia repair surgery, and appendectomy. He practices surgery and is affiliated with Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge.

Dr. Wood earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University and completed fellowships at the University of Colorado and Children's Medical Center of Dallas, along with a residency at the University of Colorado. He sees patients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 21 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Childrens Medical Center of Dallas
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

James Wood

10310 The Grove BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70836

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Baton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: Vanderbilt University Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport Med School: Southeastern Louisiana University Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Wood

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - POS
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.

Medical Specialties

James Wood has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

James Wood has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Surgeon
  • Pediatric Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

James Wood 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 Childrens Medical Center of Dallas in 2014 and University of Colorado in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Colorado in 2012.

Internship

Completed their internship at Vanderbilt Childrens Hospital in 2007.

Medical School

Graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2005.

NPI Number

James Wood's NPI number is 1447472196.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is James Wood affiliated with?
James Wood is affiliated with Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge.
Does James Wood accept my insurance?
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Does James Wood accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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