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50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaharran, Internist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. James Gaharran, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 50 years. Dr. Gaharran graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Gaharran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaharran’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaharran’s office at (337) 769-9451.
Where did Dr. Gaharran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: Lsu Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Gaharran speak?
Dr. Gaharran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gaharran typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gaharran 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. Gaharran. 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:
- 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 High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Overview
- Sugar Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lack of Adequate Food
- Food Shortage
- Insufficient Food Supply
- Hunger
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5948: Other specified lack of adequate food
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gaharran typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Gaharran 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. Gaharran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gaharran accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaharran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 769-9451 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaharran accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Gaharran in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gaharran's office located?
Dr. James Gaharran's Primary Practice
2000 Opelousas St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 769-9451
What is Dr. Gaharran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaharran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689753014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaharran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaharran
What is Dr. James Gaharran's specialty?
Dr. Gaharran is a Internist near Lake Charles, 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. James Gaharran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaharran is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Ochsner American Legion 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 James Gaharran accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Gaharran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Gaharran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaharran's office at (337) 769-9451 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Gaharran?
Please contact Dr. Gaharran's office at (337) 769-9451 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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