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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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lerma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lerma’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Internist like Dr. Lerma typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lerma typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Lerma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Laney Lerma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lerma is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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