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Dr. Emma Cassidy

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Independence, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cassidy, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Independence, LA?

    Dr. Emma Cassidy is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Independence, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cassidy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cassidy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cassidy’s office at (503) 494-7500.

    What languages does Dr. Cassidy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cassidy typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cassidy 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. Cassidy. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    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:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cassidy typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Emma Cassidy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cassidy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cassidy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cassidy accept in Independence, LA?

    Dr. Cassidy in Independence, 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

    • CCMSI

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cassidy's office located?

    Dr. Emma Cassidy's Primary Practice

    52579 Highway 51 S

    Independence, LA 70443

    (503) 494-7500

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    Dr. Emma Cassidy's Practice 2

    2001 Tulane Ave Ste 2720

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Emma Cassidy's Practice 3

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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

    Dr. Cassidy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124522172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cassidy?

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

    What is Dr. Emma Cassidy's specialty?

    Dr. Cassidy is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Independence, 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. Emma Cassidy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cassidy is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, East Jefferson General 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

    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. Emma Cassidy accepting new patients in Independence, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Emma Cassidy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emma Cassidy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cassidy's office at (503) 494-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Emma Cassidy?

    Please contact Dr. Cassidy's office at (503) 494-7500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cassidy's office located?

    Dr. Cassidy's offices are located in Independence, LA and New Orleans, LA.