EverydayHealthLogo
JG

Dr. Joan Griffith, MD

New Orleans, LA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Griffith, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Joan Griffith, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Griffith graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pediatrics. Dr. Griffith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffith’s office at (504) 842-3900.

    Where did Dr. Griffith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Griffith board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    Yes, Dr. Joan Griffith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Griffith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Griffith typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Griffith 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. Griffith. 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:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Griffith typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Joan Griffith may include:

    Please contact Dr. Griffith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Griffith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Griffith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Griffith 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Griffith's office located?

    Dr. Joan Griffith's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-3900

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Griffith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447270061.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffith?

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

    What is Dr. Joan Griffith's specialty?

    Dr. Griffith is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Joan Griffith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Griffith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saint Joseph Berea. 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joan Griffith accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Joan Griffith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joan Griffith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Griffith's office at (504) 842-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joan Griffith?

    Please contact Dr. Griffith's office at (504) 842-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joan Griffith have?

    Dr. Joan Griffith is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    <section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>