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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Athas, Infectious Disease Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Deena Athas, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Athas graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at Staten Island University Hospital Program. Dr. Athas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athas’s office at (608) 782-7300.
Where did Dr. Athas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Staten Island University Hospital Program
Medical School: St George',s University | Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Athas board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deena Athas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Athas speak?
Dr. Athas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Athas typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Athas 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. Athas. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Athas typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Deena Athas may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Athas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Athas accept my insurance?
Dr. Athas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 782-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Athas accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Athas in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Athas' office located?
What is Dr. Athas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Athas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457526170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Athas
What is Dr. Deena Athas's specialty?
Dr. Athas is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Metairie, LA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Deena Athas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Athas is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deena Athas accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Deena Athas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deena Athas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Athas's office at (608) 782-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deena Athas?
Please contact Dr. Athas's office at (608) 782-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deena Athas have?
Dr. Deena Athas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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