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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Latour, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Christopher Latour, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Latour is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Latour’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Latour’s office at (601) 984-5601.
What languages does Dr. Latour speak?
Dr. Latour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Latour typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Latour 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. Latour. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Latour typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Latour may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Latour's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Latour accept my insurance?
Dr. Latour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 984-5601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Latour accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Latour 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Latour's office located?
Dr. Christopher Latour's Primary Practice
2820 Canal St
New Orleans, LA 70119
(601) 984-5601
What is Dr. Latour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Latour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508247560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Latour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Latour
What is Dr. Christopher Latour's specialty?
Dr. Latour is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Christopher Latour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Latour is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, Slidell Memorial 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Latour accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Latour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Latour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Latour's office at (601) 984-5601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Latour?
Please contact Dr. Latour's office at (601) 984-5601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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