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Dr. Jorge Garces, MD

Dr. Jorge Garces, MD

New Orleans, LA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garces, Nephrologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Jorge Garces, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Garces graduated from University of the Valley. Division of Health Sciences, Colombia and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Nephrology; Mercy Cath Med Ctr Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garces is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garces’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garces’s office at (504) 842-3932.

    Where did Dr. Garces go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Albert Einstein Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital & Transplant Nephrology at the University of California at Los Angeles Medical Center

    • Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Nephrology; Mercy Cath Med Ctr Inc, Internal Medicine | Albert Einstein Med Center | Hahnemann University Hospital | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University Del Valle Division Of Ciencias De La Salud Cali Colombia | University of the Valley. Division of Health Sciences, Colombia | University of the Valley. Division of Health Sciences, Colombia | University of Oxford Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Garces board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Garces, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garces speak?

    Dr. Garces and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Garces typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Garces diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Garces. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Low Magnesium Levels
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Hypomagnesemia
    • Magnesium Deficiency
    • Magnesium Imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8342: Hypomagnesemia

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Renal Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Graft Problem
    • Post-Kidney Transplant Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Garces typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Garces may include:

    Please contact Dr. Garces' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Garces accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garces accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3932 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garces accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Garces in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Garces' office located?

    Dr. Jorge Garces' Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-3932

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    Dr. Jorge Garces' Practice 2

    4608 Highway 1

    Raceland, LA 70394

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    Dr. Jorge Garces' Practice 3

    16777 Medical Center Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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    What is Dr. Garces's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Garces's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801854609.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garces?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garces

    What is Dr. Jorge Garces's specialty?

    Dr. Garces is a Nephrologist near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is this Dr. Jorge Garces affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garces is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Jorge Garces accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Garces is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Garces offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garces's office at (504) 842-3932 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jorge Garces?

    Please contact Dr. Garces's office at (504) 842-3932 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Garces have?

    Dr. Jorge Garces is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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