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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamitko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kenner, LA?
Dr. Gregory Shamitko, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kenner, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shamitko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamitko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamitko’s office at (504) 702-3000.
What languages does Dr. Shamitko speak?
Dr. Shamitko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shamitko typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shamitko 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. Shamitko. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shamitko typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shamitko performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shamitko. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Shamitko accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamitko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamitko accept in Kenner, LA?
Dr. Shamitko in Kenner, 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 Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shamitko's office located?
Dr. Gregory Shamitko's Primary Practice
180 W Esplanade Ave Ste 108
Kenner, LA 70065
(504) 702-3000
What is Dr. Shamitko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamitko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154663227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamitko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamitko
What is Dr. Gregory Shamitko's specialty?
Dr. Shamitko is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kenner, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Gregory Shamitko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamitko is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center, 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gregory Shamitko accepting new patients in Kenner, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Shamitko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Shamitko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamitko's office at (504) 702-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Shamitko?
Please contact Dr. Shamitko's office at (504) 702-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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