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Dr. William Frew, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Marrero, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frew, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. William Frew, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Frew graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Maimonides Medical Center Program. Dr. Frew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frew’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frew’s office at (504) 349-1530.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Frew speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Frew 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. Frew. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Frew may include:

    Please contact Dr. Frew's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Frew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 349-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frew accept in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Frew in Marrero, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Frew's office located?

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    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 349-1530

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    Dr. William Frew's Practice 2

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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    Dr. William Frew's Practice 3

    1900 W Airline Hwy

    La Place, LA 70068

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

    Dr. Frew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740556000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frew?

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

    What is Dr. William Frew's specialty?

    Dr. Frew is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Marrero, 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 Dr. William Frew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frew is affiliated with Saint Mary's Regional Health System, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Uams Medical Center, Ochsner St. Anne 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 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 Dr. William Frew accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?

    Yes, Dr. William Frew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Frew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frew's office at (504) 349-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Frew?

    Please contact Dr. Frew's office at (504) 349-1530 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Frew's office located?

    Dr. Frew's offices are located in Marrero, LA, New Orleans, LA, and La Place, LA.