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Who is Dr. Harrison, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Dewitt Harrison is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (504) 842-5211.
What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?
Dr. Harrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Harrison treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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.
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Which procedures does Dr. Harrison perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dewitt Harrison may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Harrison's office.
Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?
Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-5211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Harrison in New Orleans, 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
Bowling Green State University
County of Kern (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?
Dr. Dewitt Harrison's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-5211
What is Dr. Harrison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023316403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrison
What is Dr. Dewitt Harrison's specialty?
Dr. Harrison is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Harrison to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Dewitt Harrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harrison is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Dewitt Harrison accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dewitt Harrison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dewitt Harrison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (504) 842-5211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dewitt Harrison?
Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (504) 842-5211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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