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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Touchy, Nephrologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Michael Touchy, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Touchy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Touchy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Touchy’s office at (504) 457-3687.
What languages does Dr. Touchy speak?
Dr. Touchy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Touchy treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Touchy 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. Touchy. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
- Fluid Overload
- High Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Electrolyte Disorder
- Fluid Balance Problem
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Repeated Blood in Urine from Kidney Issues
- Kidney Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria with Glomerular Disease
- Kidney-related Hematuria
- Persistent Blood in Urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- N028: Recurrent and persistent hematuria with other morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Touchy perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Touchy may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Touchy's office.
Does Dr. Touchy accept my insurance?
Dr. Touchy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 457-3687 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Touchy accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Touchy in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Touchy's office located?
Dr. Michael Touchy's Primary Practice
4409 Utica St Ste 100
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 457-3687
What is Dr. Touchy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Touchy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346667532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Touchy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Touchy
What is Dr. Michael Touchy's specialty?
Dr. Touchy is a Nephrologist near Metairie, LA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Touchy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Touchy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Touchy is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner 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 Michael Touchy accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Touchy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Touchy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Touchy's office at (504) 457-3687 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Touchy?
Please contact Dr. Touchy's office at (504) 457-3687 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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