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Dr. Akkara Paul, MD

Dr. Akkara Paul, MD

New Orleans, LA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paul, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Akkara Paul, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Paul completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. He is a member of the AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGY. Dr. Paul is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paul’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paul’s office at (985) 359-6694.

    Where did Dr. Paul go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: BAYLOR COLL OF MEDICINE, CARDIVASCULAR ANESTHESIOLOGY, TX, USA

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology | Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

    Is Dr. Paul board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Akkara Paul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Anesthesiology since 2004, American Board of Family Medicine since 2000

    What languages does Dr. Paul speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paul treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Which procedures does Dr. Paul perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Paul accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 359-6694 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paul's office located?

    Dr. Akkara Paul's Primary Practice

    1401 Foucher St

    New Orleans, LA 70115

    (985) 359-6694

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    Dr. Akkara Paul's Practice 2

    1415 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Akkara Paul's Practice 3

    2701 Napoleon Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70115

    (504) 564-7965

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGY

    Member

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

    Dr. Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467563072.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paul?

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

    What is Dr. Akkara Paul's specialty?

    Dr. Paul is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near New Orleans, LA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Paul to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Akkara Paul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paul 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist 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 Akkara Paul accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Akkara Paul is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akkara Paul offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (985) 359-6694 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akkara Paul?

    Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (985) 359-6694 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akkara Paul have?

    Dr. Akkara Paul is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Family Medicine.

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