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Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia, MD
New Orleans, LA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ponce Mejia, Neurocritical Care Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ponce Mejia graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Ponce Mejia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponce Mejia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponce Mejia’s office at (504) 896-2888.
Where did Dr. Ponce Mejia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Ponce Mejia speak?
Dr. Ponce Mejia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ponce Mejia treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Ponce Mejia 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. Ponce Mejia. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defects
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Dissection
- Aneurysms
- Torn Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Dissection
- Carotid Artery Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7771: Dissection of carotid artery
Which procedures does Dr. Ponce Mejia perform as a Neurocritical Care Specialist?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ponce Mejia's office.
Does Dr. Ponce Mejia accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce Mejia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 896-2888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce Mejia accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ponce Mejia in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ponce Mejia's office located?
Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia's Primary Practice
2832 Burdette St
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 896-2888
What is Dr. Ponce Mejia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce Mejia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013275700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce Mejia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce Mejia
What is Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia's specialty?
Dr. Ponce Mejia is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near New Orleans, LA. Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed. Contact Dr. Ponce Mejia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponce Mejia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: West Jefferson Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Neurocritical Care Specialist?
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Is Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Mejia's office at (504) 896-2888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucido Luciano Ponce Mejia?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Mejia's office at (504) 896-2888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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