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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khirfan, Nephrologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Diala Khirfan is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Khirfan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khirfan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khirfan’s office at (504) 988-5352.
What languages does Dr. Khirfan speak?
Dr. Khirfan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Khirfan treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Khirfan 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. Khirfan. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Khirfan perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Diala Khirfan may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Khirfan's office.
Does Dr. Khirfan accept my insurance?
Dr. Khirfan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-5352 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khirfan accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Khirfan in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
County of Kern (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Khirfan's office located?
Dr. Diala Khirfan's Primary Practice
1415 Tulane Ave Fl 6
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 988-5352
What is Dr. Khirfan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khirfan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598226243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khirfan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khirfan
What is Dr. Diala Khirfan's specialty?
Dr. Khirfan is a Nephrologist near New Orleans, LA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Khirfan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Diala Khirfan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khirfan 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 Diala Khirfan accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Diala Khirfan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diala Khirfan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khirfan's office at (504) 988-5352 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diala Khirfan?
Please contact Dr. Khirfan's office at (504) 988-5352 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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