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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lerma, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Laney Lerma, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lerma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lerma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lerma’s office at (504) 529-5558.
What languages does Dr. Lerma speak?
Dr. Lerma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lerma treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lerma 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. Lerma. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Lerma perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laney Lerma may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lerma's office.
Does Dr. Lerma accept my insurance?
Dr. Lerma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 529-5558 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lerma accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lerma 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lerma's office located?
What is Dr. Lerma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lerma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659951390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lerma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lerma
What is Dr. Laney Lerma's specialty?
Dr. Lerma is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Lerma to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Laney Lerma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lerma is affiliated with Touro Infirmary Lcmc Health, East Jefferson General 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Laney Lerma accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Laney Lerma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laney Lerma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lerma's office at (504) 529-5558 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laney Lerma?
Please contact Dr. Lerma's office at (504) 529-5558 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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