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. 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. 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 as a 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Paul typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Paul typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Paul performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Paul's office located?
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.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
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
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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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