KT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Toribio, Rheumatologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Karen Toribio is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Toribio is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Toribio’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Toribio’s office at (504) 842-3920.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Toribio?
Dr. Karen Toribio is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Toribio empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Disease, Gout/Pseudogout, Lupus/SLE, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans/LA community, Dr. Toribio is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Toribio board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Toribio is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Toribio speak?
Dr. Toribio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Toribio treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Toribio 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. Toribio. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Behcet's Syndrome
- Behçet disease
- Behçet disease', 'Silk Road disease', 'Behcet's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M352: Behcet's disease
Also known as:
- Polymyositis with muscle weakness
- Myositis
- Polymyositis with muscle involvement
- PM with myopathy
- Muscle inflammation with muscle pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3322: Polymyositis with myopathy
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Toribio perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Toribio may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Toribio's office.
Does Dr. Toribio accept my insurance?
Dr. Toribio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Toribio accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Toribio 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 & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health System
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Toribio's office located?
Dr. Karen Toribio's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3920
What is Dr. Toribio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Toribio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619141108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Toribio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Toribio
What is Dr. Karen Toribio's specialty?
Dr. Toribio is a Rheumatologist near New Orleans, LA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Toribio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Toribio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Toribio 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 Rheumatologist?
Explore Rheumatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Karen Toribio accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Toribio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Toribio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Toribio's office at (504) 842-3920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Toribio?
Please contact Dr. Toribio's office at (504) 842-3920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Toribio have?
Dr. Karen Toribio is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Rheumatologist Near New Orleans, LA
IR
Rheumatologist
Accepting patientsDr. Ileannette Robledo, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
New Orleans, LA
KC
Rheumatologist
Accepting patientsDr. Kismet Collins, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified.
New Orleans, LA
Rheumatologist
Accepting patientsDr. William Davis, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
New Orleans, LA