Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ulfers, Pulmonologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Gretchen Ulfers, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ulfers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ulfers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ulfers’s office at (504) 443-9500.
Is Dr. Ulfers board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Gretchen Ulfers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ulfers speak?
Dr. Ulfers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ulfers typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ulfers 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. Ulfers. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ulfers typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gretchen Ulfers may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Ulfers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ulfers accept my insurance?
Dr. Ulfers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 443-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ulfers accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ulfers 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Ulfers' office located?
Dr. Gretchen Ulfers' Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 443-9500
What is Dr. Ulfers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ulfers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861683708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ulfers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ulfers
What is Dr. Gretchen Ulfers's specialty?
Dr. Ulfers is a Pulmonologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Gretchen Ulfers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ulfers is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner St. Anne 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 Gretchen Ulfers accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gretchen Ulfers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gretchen Ulfers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ulfers's office at (504) 443-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Ulfers?
Please contact Dr. Ulfers's office at (504) 443-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gretchen Ulfers have?
Dr. Gretchen Ulfers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Pulmonologist Near New Orleans, LA
GC
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Grady Creek, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location.
New Orleans, LA
EO
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Erik Oltmann, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA.
New Orleans, LA
CB
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Clifford Burns, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
New Orleans, LA