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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choudry, Hospitalist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Varun Choudry, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Choudry graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Choudry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choudry’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choudry’s office at (225) 765-4050.
Where did Dr. Choudry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Choudry speak?
Dr. Choudry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Choudry treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Choudry 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. Choudry. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Choudry perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Varun Choudry may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Choudry's office.
Does Dr. Choudry accept my insurance?
Dr. Choudry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choudry accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Choudry in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Choudry's office located?
Dr. Varun Choudry's Primary Practice
4200 Houma Blvd Fl 6
Metairie, LA 70006
(225) 765-4050
What is Dr. Choudry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choudry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073740015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choudry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choudry
What is Dr. Varun Choudry's specialty?
Dr. Choudry is a Hospitalist near Metairie, LA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Choudry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Varun Choudry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choudry is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital 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 Varun Choudry accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Varun Choudry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Varun Choudry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choudry's office at (225) 765-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Varun Choudry?
Please contact Dr. Choudry's office at (225) 765-4050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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