Summary

Dr. Michael Carpenter is a surgeon who has dedicated 37 years to providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. His surgical expertise spans multiple areas, with particular focus on general surgical procedures. Dr. Carpenter is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Carpenter practices at several locations throughout Louisiana, including Our Lady of the Angels Hospital in Bogalusa and Saint Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, with his primary affiliation at Avala Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as ventral hernias, gallstones, and abdominal pain. His surgical skills include performing pathology tests and providing sedation services for various procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Carpenter highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 37 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Wayne Carpenter has 3 locations

Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

1202 S Tyler StCovington, LA 70433

Avala

67252 Industry LnCovington, LA 70433

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Dr. Michael Wayne Carpenter, MDDr. Jayagopal Appurao, MDDr. Richard Myer Karlin, MDDr. Lori Brown Jenkins, MD
SurgerySurgerySurgeryEmergency Medicine
4.7 
4.4 
37 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Bogalusa , LABogalusa , LABogalusa , LABogalusa , LA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal 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. Michael Wayne Carpenter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Wayne Carpenter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Wayne Carpenter has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Michael Carpenter speak?
Dr. Michael Carpenter speaks Spanish and English.
Is Dr. Michael Carpenter accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Michael Carpenter accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Michael Carpenter's office located?
Dr. Michael Carpenter's office is located at 433 Plaza St, Bogalusa, LA, 70427.
Does Dr. Michael Carpenter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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