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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. 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 Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Ara typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ara typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Anjuman Ara 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. Ara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Anjuman Ara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ara is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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