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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalayjian, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Benjamin Kalayjian, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Kalayjian is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalayjian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalayjian’s office at (504) 207-2273.
What languages does Dr. Kalayjian speak?
Dr. Kalayjian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kalayjian typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kalayjian 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. Kalayjian. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- Exposure to HIV
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- HIV
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Urethra Inflammation
- Urethral Disorder
- Urethritis
- Inflamed Urethra
- Urethral Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N342: Other urethritis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kalayjian typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Kalayjian 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. Kalayjian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kalayjian accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalayjian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 207-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalayjian accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Kalayjian 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kalayjian's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Kalayjian's Primary Practice
1631 Elysian Fields Ave
New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 207-2273
What is Dr. Kalayjian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalayjian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831584853.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalayjian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalayjian
What is Dr. Benjamin Kalayjian's specialty?
Dr. Kalayjian is a Internist near New Orleans, 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. Benjamin Kalayjian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalayjian is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Benjamin Kalayjian accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kalayjian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Kalayjian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalayjian's office at (504) 207-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Kalayjian?
Please contact Dr. Kalayjian's office at (504) 207-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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