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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houssay, Pediatrician in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Magdalena Houssay, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Houssay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houssay’s office at (501) 364-1836.
What languages does Dr. Houssay speak?
Dr. Houssay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Houssay typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Houssay 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. Houssay. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Conduct Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Childhood behavioral problems
- Disruptive behavior disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Houssay typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Houssay performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Houssay. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Houssay accept my insurance?
Dr. Houssay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 364-1836 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houssay accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Houssay in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Houssay's office located?
Dr. Magdalena Houssay's Primary Practice
1319 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(501) 364-1836
What is Dr. Houssay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houssay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861012171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houssay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houssay
What is Dr. Magdalena Houssay's specialty?
Dr. Houssay is a Pediatrician near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Magdalena Houssay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houssay is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne 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
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Is Magdalena Houssay accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Magdalena Houssay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Magdalena Houssay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houssay's office at (501) 364-1836 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Magdalena Houssay?
Please contact Dr. Houssay's office at (501) 364-1836 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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