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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Therapondos, Hepatologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. George Therapondos, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Therapondos graduated from Polish School of Medicine at the University of Edinburgh. Dr. Therapondos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Therapondos’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Therapondos’s office.
Where did Dr. Therapondos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Polish School of Medicine at the University of Edinburgh
What languages does Dr. Therapondos speak?
Dr. Therapondos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Therapondos treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Therapondos 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. Therapondos. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
What procedures does Dr. Therapondos perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Therapondos 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. Therapondos. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Therapondos accept my insurance?
Dr. Therapondos 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. Therapondos accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Therapondos 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Therapondos' office located?
What is Dr. Therapondos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Therapondos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093099715.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Therapondos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Therapondos
What is Dr. George Therapondos's specialty?
Dr. Therapondos is a Hepatologist near New Orleans, LA. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Therapondos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Therapondos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Therapondos is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 George Therapondos accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. George Therapondos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Therapondos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Therapondos's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Therapondos?
Please contact Dr. Therapondos's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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