Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prasankumar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Rahul Prasankumar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Prasankumar completed his residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center. Dr. Prasankumar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prasankumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prasankumar’s office at (504) 842-3460.
Where did Dr. Prasankumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
Is Dr. Prasankumar board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Prasankumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prasankumar speak?
Dr. Prasankumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Prasankumar treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prasankumar 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. Prasankumar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Prasankumar perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rahul Prasankumar may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prasankumar's office.
Does Dr. Prasankumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Prasankumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prasankumar accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Prasankumar in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Consolidated Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prasankumar's office located?
Dr. Rahul Prasankumar's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3460
What is Dr. Prasankumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prasankumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164650438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasankumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasankumar
What is Dr. Rahul Prasankumar's specialty?
Dr. Prasankumar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Prasankumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rahul Prasankumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prasankumar is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rahul Prasankumar accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Prasankumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Prasankumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prasankumar's office at (504) 842-3460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Prasankumar?
Please contact Dr. Prasankumar's office at (504) 842-3460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rahul Prasankumar have?
Dr. Rahul Prasankumar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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