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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Narayana, Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Ashwin Narayana, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Narayana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Narayana’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Narayana’s office at (337) 261-6100.
What languages does Dr. Narayana speak?
Dr. Narayana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Narayana typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Narayana 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. Narayana. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Hypoglycemia
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hypoglycemia
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Low blood sugar from diabetes
- Diabetic low blood sugar
- Hypoglycemic episode
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11649: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hypoglycemia without coma
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Narayana typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Narayana performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Narayana. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Narayana accept my insurance?
Dr. Narayana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 261-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Narayana accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Narayana in Lafayette, 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
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Narayana's office located?
Dr. Ashwin Narayana's Primary Practice
2390 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 261-6100
What is Dr. Narayana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Narayana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245624188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Narayana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Narayana
What is Dr. Ashwin Narayana's specialty?
Dr. Narayana 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. Ashwin Narayana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Narayana is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Acadian Medical Center 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 Ashwin Narayana accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Narayana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashwin Narayana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Narayana's office at (337) 261-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashwin Narayana?
Please contact Dr. Narayana's office at (337) 261-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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