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Who is Dr. Nunez, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lauren Nunez is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nunez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nunez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nunez’s office at (504) 568-5600.
What languages does Dr. Nunez speak?
Dr. Nunez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nunez treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nunez 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. Nunez. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nunez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lauren Nunez 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nunez's office.
Does Dr. Nunez accept my insurance?
Dr. Nunez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 568-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nunez accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Nunez in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nunez's office located?
Dr. Lauren Nunez's Primary Practice
1542 Tulane Ave Rm 436
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 568-5600
What is Dr. Nunez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nunez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477895258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nunez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nunez
What is Dr. Lauren Nunez's specialty?
Dr. Nunez is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
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.
Contact Dr. Nunez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lauren Nunez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nunez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans. 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 Internist?
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Is Lauren Nunez accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Nunez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Nunez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nunez's office at (504) 568-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Nunez?
Please contact Dr. Nunez's office at (504) 568-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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