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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walvekar, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Seema Walvekar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Walvekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walvekar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walvekar’s office at (504) 568-6800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Walvekar?
Dr. Seema Walvekar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Walvekar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans/LA community, Dr. Walvekar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Walvekar board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Seema Walvekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Walvekar speak?
Dr. Walvekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Walvekar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Walvekar 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. Walvekar. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Walvekar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Seema Walvekar 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. Walvekar's office.
Does Dr. Walvekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Walvekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 568-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walvekar accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Walvekar 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walvekar's office located?
Dr. Seema Walvekar's Primary Practice
2832 Burdette St
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 568-6800
What is Dr. Walvekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walvekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215191937.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walvekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walvekar
What is Dr. Seema Walvekar's specialty?
Dr. Walvekar 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. Walvekar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Seema Walvekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walvekar is affiliated with Touro Infirmary LCMC Health 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 Seema Walvekar accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Seema Walvekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seema Walvekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walvekar's office at (504) 568-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seema Walvekar?
Please contact Dr. Walvekar's office at (504) 568-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Seema Walvekar have?
Dr. Seema Walvekar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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