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Who is Dr. Scheffer, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ashley Scheffer, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Scheffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scheffer’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scheffer’s office at (504) 842-3900.
What languages does Dr. Scheffer speak?
Dr. Scheffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scheffer treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scheffer 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. Scheffer. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Pulmonary Artery Atresia
- Abnormal Pulmonary Vein Connection
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- DORV
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
- Blocked Pulmonary Artery
- Missing Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Atresia
- TAPVC
- Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return
- Misconnected Lung Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
- Q255: Atresia of pulmonary artery
- Q262: Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Scheffer perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashley Scheffer may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scheffer's office.
Does Dr. Scheffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scheffer 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. Scheffer accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Scheffer in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medica
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Scheffer's office located?
Dr. Ashley Scheffer's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3900
What is Dr. Scheffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scheffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215297957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scheffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scheffer
What is Dr. Ashley Scheffer's specialty?
Dr. Scheffer is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Scheffer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashley Scheffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scheffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Nebraska. 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Ashley Scheffer accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Scheffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Scheffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scheffer's office at (504) 842-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Scheffer?
Please contact Dr. Scheffer's office at (504) 842-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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