Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sus, Internist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Rachana Sus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Sus completed her residency at Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Sus is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sus’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sus’s office at (504) 988-8050.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sus?
Dr. Rachana Sus, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sus empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bariatric Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Metairie, LA community, Dr. Sus is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ochsner Medical Center
Medical School: Dr V M Med College
Is Dr. Sus board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rachana Sus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sus speak?
Dr. Sus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
Swahili
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sus typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sus 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. Sus. 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:
- 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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sus typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachana Sus 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
Please contact Dr. Sus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sus accept my insurance?
Dr. Sus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-8050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sus accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Sus in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sus' office located?
Dr. Rachana Sus' Primary Practice
4720 S I 10 Service Rd W Ste 101
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 988-8050
What is Dr. Sus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386835437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sus
What is Dr. Rachana Sus's specialty?
Dr. Sus is a Internist near Metairie, LA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Rachana Sus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sus 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
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Is Rachana Sus accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rachana Sus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachana Sus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sus's office at (504) 988-8050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachana Sus?
Please contact Dr. Sus's office at (504) 988-8050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachana Sus have?
Dr. Rachana Sus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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