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Dr. Anjuman Ara, MD

Kenner, LA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ara, Internist in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Anjuman Ara, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Kenner, LA. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ara graduated from Sind Med Coll and completed her residency at Morehouse Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ara is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ara’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ara’s office at (504) 464-8990.

    Where did Dr. Ara go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Morehouse Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Morehouse School Of Med | Morehouse School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan | Sindh Medical College, Dow University Of Health Sciences | Sind Med Coll | Karachi Medical and Dental College

    Is Dr. Ara board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Anjuman Ara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ara speak?

    Dr. Ara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Ara treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Ara 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. Ara. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E11319: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy without macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Which procedures does Dr. Ara perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anjuman Ara may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ara's office.

    Does Dr. Ara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 464-8990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ara accept in Kenner, LA?

    Dr. Ara in Kenner, 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 Nebraska

    • Centene

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • SSM Health Care

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ara's office located?

    Dr. Anjuman Ara's Primary Practice

    200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 312

    Kenner, LA 70065

    (504) 464-8990

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    What is Dr. Ara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184657314.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ara?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ara

    What is Dr. Anjuman Ara's specialty?

    Dr. Ara is a Internist near Kenner, 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. Ara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anjuman Ara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ara is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Anjuman Ara accepting new patients in Kenner, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Anjuman Ara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anjuman Ara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ara's office at (504) 464-8990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anjuman Ara?

    Please contact Dr. Ara's office at (504) 464-8990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anjuman Ara have?

    Dr. Anjuman Ara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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