Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dicharry, Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Dana Dicharry, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dicharry graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at University of Alabama Medical Center Program. Dr. Dicharry is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dicharry’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dicharry’s office at (337) 470-3075.
Where did Dr. Dicharry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Dicharry speak?
Dr. Dicharry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dicharry typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dicharry 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. Dicharry. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dicharry typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dana Dicharry 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. Dicharry's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dicharry accept my insurance?
Dr. Dicharry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 470-3075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dicharry accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Dicharry in Lafayette, 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
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dicharry's office located?
Dr. Dana Dicharry's Primary Practice
4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 470-3075
What is Dr. Dicharry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dicharry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588981864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dicharry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dicharry
What is Dr. Dana Dicharry's specialty?
Dr. Dicharry is a Internist near Lafayette, 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. Dana Dicharry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dicharry is affiliated with Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital 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
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Is Dana Dicharry accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
No, Dr. Dana Dicharry is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Dicharry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dicharry's office at (337) 470-3075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Dicharry?
Please contact Dr. Dicharry's office at (337) 470-3075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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