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Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah, MD

Kenner, LA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Innocent-Ituah, Family Medicine Specialist in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kenner, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Innocent-Ituah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Innocent-Ituah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Innocent-Ituah’s office at (504) 468-8600.

    Is Dr. Innocent-Ituah board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Innocent-Ituah speak?

    Dr. Innocent-Ituah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Innocent-Ituah treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Innocent-Ituah 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. Innocent-Ituah. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Condition
    • Cardiac Disease
    • Heart Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I519: Heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Innocent-Ituah perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Innocent-Ituah's office.

    Does Dr. Innocent-Ituah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Innocent-Ituah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 468-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Innocent-Ituah accept in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Innocent-Ituah in Kenner, 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

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • SSM Health Care

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Innocent-Ituah's office located?

    Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah's Primary Practice

    180 W Esplanade Ave

    Kenner, LA 70065

    (504) 468-8600

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    Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah's Practice 2

    1341 Ochsner Blvd

    Covington, LA 70433

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    Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah's Practice 3

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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

    Dr. Innocent-Ituah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184824633.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Innocent-Ituah?

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

    What is Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah's specialty?

    Dr. Innocent-Ituah is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kenner, LA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Innocent-Ituah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Innocent-Ituah is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah accepting new patients in Kenner, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Innocent-Ituah's office at (504) 468-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah?

    Please contact Dr. Innocent-Ituah's office at (504) 468-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah have?

    Dr. Ijeoma Innocent-Ituah is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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