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Dr. Mark Effron, MD

Cardiologist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Effron, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Mark Effron, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Effron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Effron’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Effron’s office at (504) 842-4135.

    What languages does Dr. Effron speak?

    Dr. Effron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Effron typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Effron 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. Effron. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Effron typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Effron may include:

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

    Does Dr. Effron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Effron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Effron accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Effron 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 Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Effron's office located?

    Dr. Mark Effron's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-4135

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    Dr. Mark Effron's Practice 2

    180 W Esplanade Ave

    Kenner, LA 70065

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    Dr. Mark Effron's Practice 3

    100 Medical Center Dr

    Slidell, LA 70461

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

    Dr. Effron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598139362.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Effron?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Effron's specialty?

    Dr. Effron is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Mark Effron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Effron is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, St. Tammany Parish 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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. Mark Effron accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Effron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Effron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Effron's office at (504) 842-4135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Effron?

    Please contact Dr. Effron's office at (504) 842-4135 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Effron's office located?

    Dr. Effron's offices are located in New Orleans, LA, Kenner, LA, and Slidell, LA.