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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Zoghby, Internist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Maria El Zoghby, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA. She is board certified. Dr. El Zoghby is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Zoghby’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Zoghby’s office at (985) 898-3743.
Is Dr. El Zoghby board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Maria El Zoghby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Zoghby speak?
Dr. El Zoghby and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. El Zoghby typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. El Zoghby 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. El Zoghby. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. El Zoghby typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria El Zoghby 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. El Zoghby's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Zoghby accept my insurance?
Dr. El Zoghby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 898-3743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Zoghby accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. El Zoghby in Covington, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El Zoghby's office located?
Dr. Maria El Zoghby's Primary Practice
1202 S Tyler St
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 898-3743
What is Dr. El Zoghby's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Zoghby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275776254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Zoghby?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Zoghby
What is Dr. Maria El Zoghby's specialty?
Dr. El Zoghby is a Internist near Covington, 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. Maria El Zoghby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Zoghby is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Maria El Zoghby accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Maria El Zoghby is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria El Zoghby offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Zoghby's office at (985) 898-3743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria El Zoghby?
Please contact Dr. El Zoghby's office at (985) 898-3743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria El Zoghby have?
Dr. Maria El Zoghby is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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