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Dr. Michael Carver, MD

New Orleans, LA

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    Who is Dr. Carver, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Michael Carver, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Carver is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carver’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carver’s office at (504) 896-9534.

    What languages does Dr. Carver speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carver treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Carver 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. Carver. 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:

    • Constipation
    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    Also known as:

    • Malabsorption After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Postoperative Malabsorption
    • Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
    • Surgical Malabsorption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Short Bowel Syndrome
    • Short Gut Syndrome
    • SBS
    • Intestinal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K90821: Short bowel syndrome with colon in continuity

    Which procedures does Dr. Carver perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Does Dr. Carver accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 896-9534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Carver 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Fox-Everett

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Carver's office located?

    Dr. Michael Carver's Primary Practice

    200 Henry Clay Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70118

    (504) 896-9534

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    Dr. Michael Carver's Practice 2

    2121 Ridgelake Dr Fl 2

    Metairie, LA 70001

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

    Dr. Carver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407387038.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carver?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Carver's specialty?

    Dr. Carver is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New Orleans, LA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Carver to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Carver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Carver is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Manning Family Children’s. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Michael Carver accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Carver is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Carver offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carver's office at (504) 896-9534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Carver?

    Please contact Dr. Carver's office at (504) 896-9534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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