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Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hunt-Irving, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Hunt-Irving is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunt-Irving’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunt-Irving’s office at (504) 592-6600.

    What languages does Dr. Hunt-Irving speak?

    Dr. Hunt-Irving and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hunt-Irving typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hunt-Irving 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. Hunt-Irving. 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:

    • 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:

    • Belly Button Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1033: Periumbilical pain

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hunt-Irving typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hunt-Irving accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hunt-Irving accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 592-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hunt-Irving accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Hunt-Irving in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Hunt-Irving's office located?

    Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving's Primary Practice

    5620 Read Blvd

    New Orleans, LA 70127

    (504) 592-6600

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hunt-Irving affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hunt-Irving has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    New Orleans East Hospital,New Orleans, LA
    University Medical Center New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
    Touro Lcmc Health,New Orleans, LA

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

    Dr. Hunt-Irving's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538555396.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunt-Irving?

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

    What is Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving's specialty?

    Dr. Hunt-Irving is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, 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 Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hunt-Irving is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, West Jefferson 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hunt-Irving's office at (504) 592-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lewis Hunt-Irving?

    Please contact Dr. Hunt-Irving's office at (504) 592-6600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hunt-Irving's office located?

    Dr. Hunt-Irving's office is located in New Orleans, LA.