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Dr. Ankit Vyas, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vyas, Internist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Ankit Vyas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vyas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vyas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vyas’s office at (504) 842-4135.

    What languages does Dr. Vyas speak?

    Dr. Vyas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vyas typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Vyas 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. Vyas. 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area
    • Bloating

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema
    • R609: Edema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vyas typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ankit Vyas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Vyas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Vyas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vyas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vyas accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Vyas in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vyas' office located?

    Dr. Ankit Vyas' Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-4135

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    Dr. Ankit Vyas' Practice 2

    1001 Gause Blvd

    Slidell, LA 70458

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

    Dr. Vyas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346862497.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vyas?

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

    What is Dr. Ankit Vyas's specialty?

    Dr. Vyas is a Internist near New Orleans, 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. Ankit Vyas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vyas is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Acadia 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

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    Is Ankit Vyas accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Ankit Vyas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ankit Vyas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vyas's office at (504) 842-4135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ankit Vyas?

    Please contact Dr. Vyas's office at (504) 842-4135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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