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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lara, Pediatric Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Diego Lara, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lara’s office.
Where did Dr. Lara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
Is Dr. Lara board certified as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Diego Lara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lara speak?
Dr. Lara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Lara typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Lara 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. Lara. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Suspected Fetal Abnormality Ruled Out
- Fetal defect ruled out
- No birth defect found
- Fetal anomaly check cleared
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0373: Encounter for suspected fetal anomaly ruled out
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Lara typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Diego Lara may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Lara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lara accept my insurance?
Dr. Lara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lara accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lara 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lara's office located?
What is Dr. Lara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891953741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lara
What is Dr. Diego Lara's specialty?
Dr. Lara is a Pediatric Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Diego Lara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lara is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Cardiologist. Explore 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 Diego Lara accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Diego Lara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diego Lara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lara's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diego Lara?
Please contact Dr. Lara's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Diego Lara have?
Dr. Diego Lara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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