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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ponarski, Internist in West Monroe, LA?
Dr. Roland Ponarski, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Monroe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Ponarski completed his residency at Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ponarski is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponarski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponarski’s office at (318) 329-8485.
Where did Dr. Ponarski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Pomorska Academy Of Med Szczecin Poland
What languages does Dr. Ponarski speak?
Dr. Ponarski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ponarski typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ponarski 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. Ponarski. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ponarski typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Roland Ponarski 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. Ponarski's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ponarski accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponarski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 329-8485 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponarski accept in West Monroe, LA?
Dr. Ponarski in West Monroe, 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)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ponarski's office located?
Dr. Roland Ponarski's Primary Practice
102 Thomas Rd Ste 104
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 329-8485
What is Dr. Ponarski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponarski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104921741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponarski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponarski
What is Dr. Roland Ponarski's specialty?
Dr. Ponarski is a Internist near West Monroe, 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. Roland Ponarski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponarski is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center. 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
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Is Roland Ponarski accepting new patients in West Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Roland Ponarski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roland Ponarski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponarski's office at (318) 329-8485 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roland Ponarski?
Please contact Dr. Ponarski's office at (318) 329-8485 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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