AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawrence, Hospitalist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Ashik Lawrence, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lawrence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawrence’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawrence’s office.
What languages does Dr. Lawrence speak?
Dr. Lawrence and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lawrence typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Charcot's Joint
- Joint Disorder
- Neuropathic Arthropathy
- Neurogenic Joint Disease
- Charcot Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1460: Charcot's joint, unspecified site
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lawrence typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Lawrence accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawrence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawrence accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Lawrence in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lawrence's office located?
What is Dr. Lawrence's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawrence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780094482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawrence?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawrence
What is Dr. Ashik Lawrence's specialty?
Dr. Lawrence is a Hospitalist near Metairie, LA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Ashik Lawrence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Slidell Memorial 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 Ashik Lawrence accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ashik Lawrence is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashik Lawrence offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashik Lawrence?
Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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