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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kedia, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Ronak Kedia, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kedia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kedia’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kedia’s office at (866) 877-7213.
What languages does Dr. Kedia speak?
Dr. Kedia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kedia treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kedia 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. Kedia. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does Dr. Kedia perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kedia 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. Kedia. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Kedia accept my insurance?
Dr. Kedia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (866) 877-7213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kedia accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Kedia in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kedia's office located?
Dr. Ronak Kedia's Primary Practice
4700 S I 10 Service Rd W
Metairie, LA 70001
(866) 877-7213
What is Dr. Kedia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kedia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801280888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kedia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kedia
What is Dr. Ronak Kedia's specialty?
Dr. Kedia is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Metairie, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Kedia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronak Kedia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kedia is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Ronak Kedia accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ronak Kedia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronak Kedia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kedia's office at (866) 877-7213 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronak Kedia?
Please contact Dr. Kedia's office at (866) 877-7213 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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