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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaston, Internist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Mary Gaston is an Internist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. Dr. Gaston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaston’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gaston speak?
Dr. Gaston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gaston typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gaston 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. Gaston. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gaston typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Gaston may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gaston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gaston accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaston accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Gaston in Metairie, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gaston's office located?
What is Dr. Gaston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467846428.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaston
What is Dr. Mary Gaston's specialty?
Dr. Gaston is a Internist near Metairie, 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. Mary Gaston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaston is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, East Jefferson General 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
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Is Mary Gaston accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mary Gaston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Gaston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaston's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Gaston?
Please contact Dr. Gaston's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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4200 Houma Blvd Fl 6
Metairie, LA 70006