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Who is Dr. Matrana, Allergist & Immunologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Dexter Matrana, DO is an Allergist & Immunologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Matrana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matrana’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matrana’s office at (504) 702-3000.
What languages does Dr. Matrana speak?
Dr. Matrana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Matrana treat?
As a Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Matrana 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. Matrana. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Types of Hives
- Hives
- Atypical hives
- Uncommon urticaria
- Variant hives
- Urticaria
- Welts
- Itchy rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L508: Other urticaria
- L509: Urticaria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Matrana perform as a Allergist & Immunologist?
As a Allergist & Immunologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dexter Matrana may include:
- Allergy Consultation
- Allergy Follow Up
- Allergy Shots
- Allergy Testing
- Insect Bite(s)
- Sinus Surgeon Consultation
- Sinus Surgeon Follow Up
- Sinus Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Matrana's office.
Does Dr. Matrana accept my insurance?
Dr. Matrana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matrana accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Matrana 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)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Matrana's office located?
What is Dr. Matrana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matrana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164927539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matrana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matrana
What is Dr. Dexter Matrana's specialty?
Dr. Matrana is a Allergist & Immunologist near New Orleans, LA. An allergist-immunologist is well-versed in the assessment, physical examination, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment of immune system disorders. These conditions include, but are not limited to, eczema, asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, and adverse reactions to food, medication, and insect stings. Furthermore, they manage immune deficiency diseases, whether acquired or congenital, issues with host defense, and challenges associated with autoimmune diseases, organ transplantation, or immune system malignancies. Contact Dr. Matrana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dexter Matrana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Matrana is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dexter Matrana accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dexter Matrana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dexter Matrana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matrana's office at (504) 702-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dexter Matrana?
Please contact Dr. Matrana's office at (504) 702-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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