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Dr. Erik Meyers, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Marrero, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Meyers, Infectious Disease Specialist in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Erik Meyers, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA. Dr. Meyers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meyers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meyers’s office at (504) 349-6450.

    What languages does Dr. Meyers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Meyers typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Meyers 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. Meyers. 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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Psoas Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Psoas muscle infection
    • Iliopsoas abscess
    • Abscess in hip flexor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6812: Psoas muscle abscess

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Meyers typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Meyers may include:

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

    Does Dr. Meyers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meyers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 349-6450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Meyers accept in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Meyers in Marrero, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Meyers' office located?

    Dr. Erik Meyers' Primary Practice

    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 349-6450

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

    Dr. Meyers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588160766.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meyers?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Meyers's specialty?

    Dr. Meyers is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Marrero, LA.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Erik Meyers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Meyers is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Slidell Memorial 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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 Dr. Erik Meyers accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Meyers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Meyers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meyers' office at (504) 349-6450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Meyers?

    Please contact Dr. Meyers' office at (504) 349-6450 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Meyers' office located?

    Dr. Meyers' office is located in Marrero, LA.