Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Huddleston, Hospitalist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Joshua Huddleston is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Huddleston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huddleston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huddleston’s office.
What languages does Dr. Huddleston speak?
Dr. Huddleston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Huddleston typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Huddleston 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. Huddleston. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Huddleston typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Huddleston may include:
Please contact Dr. Huddleston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Huddleston accept my insurance?
Dr. Huddleston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huddleston accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Huddleston 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
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Huddleston's office located?
What is Dr. Huddleston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huddleston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487188801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huddleston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huddleston
What is Dr. Joshua Huddleston's specialty?
Dr. Huddleston is a Hospitalist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Joshua Huddleston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Huddleston 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Huddleston accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Huddleston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Huddleston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huddleston's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Huddleston?
Please contact Dr. Huddleston's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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