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Dr. Diane Van Gerwen, MD

Terrytown, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Van Gerwen, Hospitalist in Terrytown, LA?

    Dr. Diane Van Gerwen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Terrytown, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Van Gerwen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Gerwen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Gerwen’s office at (504) 842-7518.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Van Gerwen?

    Dr. Diane Van Gerwen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospitalist 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. Van Gerwen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Terrytown, LA community, Dr. Van Gerwen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Van Gerwen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Van Gerwen typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Van Gerwen 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. Van Gerwen. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Van Gerwen typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Diane Van Gerwen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Van Gerwen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Van Gerwen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-7518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Van Gerwen accept in Terrytown, LA?

    Dr. Van Gerwen in Terrytown, 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Van Gerwen's office located?

    Dr. Diane Van Gerwen's Primary Practice

    2500 Belle Chasse Hwy

    Terrytown, LA 70056

    (504) 842-7518

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    Dr. Diane Van Gerwen's Practice 2

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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

    Dr. Van Gerwen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003234642.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Gerwen?

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

    What is Dr. Diane Van Gerwen's specialty?

    Dr. Van Gerwen is a Hospitalist near Terrytown, 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. Diane Van Gerwen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Van Gerwen is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Diane Van Gerwen accepting new patients in Terrytown, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Diane Van Gerwen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Diane Van Gerwen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Van Gerwen's office at (504) 842-7518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Diane Van Gerwen?

    Please contact Dr. Van Gerwen's office at (504) 842-7518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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