Dr. Chezhiyan Murugesan, MD

Monroe, LA

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Who is Dr. Murugesan, Pediatrician in Monroe, LA?

Dr. Chezhiyan Murugesan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA. Dr. Murugesan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murugesan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murugesan’s office at (318) 330-7510.

What languages does Dr. Murugesan speak?

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

English
Tamil

What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Murugesan typically treat?

As a Pediatrician, Dr. Murugesan 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. Murugesan. 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:

Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
Baby Health Checkup
Infant and Newborn Care
Early infant health exam
First week baby checkup
Post-delivery newborn exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

Also known as:

Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
Health Checkup
Baby Health Checkup
Infant and Newborn Care
Normal Well-Child Checkup
Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
Newborn Exam
Infant Checkup
Post-Birth Checkup

ICD-10 Codes:

Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

Also known as:

Newborn Jaundice
Jaundice
Neonatal Jaundice
Infant Jaundice
Physiological Jaundice

ICD-10 Codes:

P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

Also known as:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

Also known as:

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

Also known as:

Administrative Medical Exam
Official health check
Regulatory medical assessment
General administrative exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Murugesan typically perform?

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Chezhiyan Murugesan may include:

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

Does Dr. Murugesan accept my insurance?

Dr. Murugesan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 330-7510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Murugesan accept in Monroe, LA?

Dr. Murugesan in Monroe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
GEMCare
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medical Society of the District of Columbia (MSDC)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Murugesan's office located?

Dr. Chezhiyan Murugesan's Primary Practice

4864 Jackson St

Monroe, LA 71202

(318) 330-7510

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What hospitals are Dr. Murugesan affiliated with?

Dr. Murugesan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Kern Medical - Hospital,Bakersfield, CA

Kern Medical - Columbus Physician Offices,Bakersfield, CA

Adventist Health Delano,Delano, CA

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

Dr. Murugesan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720390867.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murugesan?

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

What is Dr. Chezhiyan Murugesan's specialty?

Dr. Murugesan is a Pediatrician near Monroe, LA.

What does a Pediatrician do?

A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

Is Dr. Chezhiyan Murugesan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Murugesan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kern Medical - Hospital, Kern Medical - Columbus Physician Offices, Adventist Health Delano. 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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