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Dr. Jafar Alsaid, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alsaid, Nephrologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Jafar Alsaid, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Alsaid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsaid’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsaid’s office at (504) 842-3930.

    What languages does Dr. Alsaid speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alsaid treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alsaid 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. Alsaid. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anemia of Chronic Disease
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Anemia of Inflammation or Chronic Disease
    • Iron
    • Anemia of Inflammation
    • ACD
    • Anemia from long-term illness
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D638: Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Which procedures does Dr. Alsaid perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jafar Alsaid may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alsaid's office.

    Does Dr. Alsaid accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alsaid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alsaid accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Alsaid 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alsaid's office located?

    Dr. Jafar Alsaid's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-3930

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

    Dr. Alsaid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073137733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsaid?

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

    What is Dr. Jafar Alsaid's specialty?

    Dr. Alsaid is a Nephrologist near New Orleans, LA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Alsaid to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jafar Alsaid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alsaid is affiliated with St. Bernard Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, 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

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    Is Jafar Alsaid accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Jafar Alsaid is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jafar Alsaid offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alsaid's office at (504) 842-3930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jafar Alsaid?

    Please contact Dr. Alsaid's office at (504) 842-3930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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