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Who is Dr. Pounds, Rheumatologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Jerry Pounds is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pounds is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pounds’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pounds’s office at (504) 899-1120.
What languages does Dr. Pounds speak?
Dr. Pounds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pounds treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Pounds 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. Pounds. 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:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Pounds perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jerry Pounds may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pounds' office.
Does Dr. Pounds accept my insurance?
Dr. Pounds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 899-1120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pounds accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Pounds in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pounds' office located?
Dr. Jerry Pounds' Primary Practice
2633 Napoleon Ave Ste 530
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 899-1120
What is Dr. Pounds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pounds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245554278.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pounds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pounds
What is Dr. Jerry Pounds's specialty?
Dr. Pounds is a Rheumatologist near New Orleans, LA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Pounds to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jerry Pounds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pounds is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Jerry Pounds accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Pounds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerry Pounds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pounds's office at (504) 899-1120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerry Pounds?
Please contact Dr. Pounds's office at (504) 899-1120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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