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Who is Dr. Mcdonough, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Mcdonough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonough’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonough’s office at (225) 765-6834.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcdonough?
Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mcdonough empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Pain, Crohn's Disease, Diarrheal Diseases, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans/LA community, Dr. Mcdonough is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Mcdonough board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Mcdonough speak?
Dr. Mcdonough and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mcdonough treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mcdonough 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. Mcdonough. 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:
- Constipation
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines with Abscess
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Abscess
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease with Abscess
- Crohn's of Both Bowels with Infection', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease with Abscess
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50814: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with abscess
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
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:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
- Neurogenic Bowel
- Digestive Disease
- Nerve-Related Bowel Dysfunction
- Neuropathic Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K592: Neurogenic bowel, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Which procedures does Dr. Mcdonough perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office.
Does Dr. Mcdonough accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdonough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-6834 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonough accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Mcdonough 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Missouri Care Health Plan
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mcdonough's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough's Primary Practice
200 Henry Clay Ave
New Orleans, LA 70118
(225) 765-6834
What is Dr. Mcdonough's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdonough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639226442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonough?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdonough
What is Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough's specialty?
Dr. Mcdonough is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New Orleans, LA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Mcdonough to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcdonough is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Manning Family Children’s. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Elizabeth Mcdonough accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office at (225) 765-6834 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Mcdonough?
Please contact Dr. Mcdonough's office at (225) 765-6834 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough have?
Dr. Elizabeth Mcdonough is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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