22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Occhipinti, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Robert Occhipinti, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Occhipinti completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Occhipinti is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Occhipinti’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Occhipinti’s office at (504) 897-7999.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Occhipinti?
Dr. Robert Occhipinti, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Occhipinti empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans, LA community, Dr. Occhipinti is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Occhipinti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Occhipinti board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Occhipinti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Occhipinti speak?
Dr. Occhipinti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Occhipinti typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Occhipinti 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. Occhipinti. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Occhipinti typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Occhipinti 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. Occhipinti's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Occhipinti accept my insurance?
Dr. Occhipinti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 897-7999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Occhipinti accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Occhipinti in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Occhipinti's office located?
Dr. Robert Occhipinti's Primary Practice
3434 Prytania St Ste 460
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 897-7999
What is Dr. Occhipinti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Occhipinti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023112679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Occhipinti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Occhipinti
What is Dr. Robert Occhipinti's specialty?
Dr. Occhipinti 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. Robert Occhipinti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Occhipinti is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Touro Infirmary LCMC Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Robert Occhipinti accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Occhipinti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Occhipinti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Occhipinti's office at (504) 897-7999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Occhipinti?
Please contact Dr. Occhipinti's office at (504) 897-7999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Occhipinti have?
Dr. Robert Occhipinti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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