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Dr. Keith Van Meter, MD

New Orleans, LA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Van Meter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Keith Van Meter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Van Meter graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine, completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Charity Hospital New Orleans. Dr. Van Meter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Meter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Meter’s office at (504) 366-7638.

    Where did Dr. Van Meter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine | Med Center La New Orleans Lsu | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine | Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Van Meter board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Van Meter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Van Meter speak?

    Dr. Van Meter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Van Meter typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Van Meter 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. Van Meter. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Van Meter typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Van Meter 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. Van Meter. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Van Meter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Van Meter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 366-7638 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Van Meter accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Van Meter in New Orleans, 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Van Meter's office located?

    Dr. Keith Van Meter's Primary Practice

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    (504) 366-7638

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    Charity Hospital New Orleans

    1816 Industrial Blvd

    Harvey, LA 70058

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    Dr. Keith Van Meter's Practice 3

    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

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    What is Dr. Van Meter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Van Meter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710904248.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Meter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Meter

    What is Dr. Keith Van Meter's specialty?

    Dr. Van Meter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Keith Van Meter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Van Meter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans. 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Keith Van Meter accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Van Meter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Van Meter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Van Meter's office at (504) 366-7638 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Keith Van Meter?

    Please contact Dr. Van Meter's office at (504) 366-7638 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Van Meter have?

    Dr. Keith Van Meter is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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