Dr. Mona Bansal, MD
New Orleans, LA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bansal, Cytopathologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Mona Bansal, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bansal completed her residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Bansal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bansal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bansal’s office at (504) 842-3000.
Where did Dr. Bansal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital
Is Dr. Bansal board certified as a Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Mona Bansal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Bansal speak?
Dr. Bansal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Bansal typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Bansal 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. Bansal. 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Bansal typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mona Bansal may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Bansal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bansal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bansal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bansal accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Bansal 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bansal's office located?
Dr. Mona Bansal's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3000
What is Dr. Bansal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bansal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730390634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bansal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bansal
What is Dr. Mona Bansal's specialty?
Dr. Bansal is a Cytopathologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Mona Bansal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bansal is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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
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Is Mona Bansal accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mona Bansal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mona Bansal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bansal's office at (504) 842-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mona Bansal?
Please contact Dr. Bansal's office at (504) 842-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mona Bansal have?
Dr. Mona Bansal is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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