EverydayHealthLogo
KT

Dr. Kiara Tulla

Surgeon

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tulla, Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Kiara Tulla is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tulla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tulla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tulla’s office at (443) 997-1508.
    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Doctor

    Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tulla?

    Dr. Kiara Tulla is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tulla empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Transplant Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans, LA community, Dr. Tulla is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Tulla speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tulla typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tulla 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. Tulla. 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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tulla typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kiara Tulla may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tulla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tulla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 997-1508 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Tulla in New Orleans, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Select Administrative Services

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Tulla's office located?

    Dr. Kiara Tulla's Primary Practice

    1415 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    (443) 997-1508

    Get Directions

    Dr. Kiara Tulla's Practice 2

    2000 Canal St Fl 3

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Tulla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073907283.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tulla?

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

    What is Dr. Kiara Tulla's specialty?

    Dr. Tulla is a Surgeon near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Kiara Tulla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tulla is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. Kiara Tulla accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kiara Tulla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kiara Tulla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tulla's office at (443) 997-1508 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kiara Tulla?

    Please contact Dr. Tulla's office at (443) 997-1508 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tulla's office located?

    Dr. Tulla's office is located in New Orleans, LA.