26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girgrah, Hepatologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Nigel Girgrah, MD, PHD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Girgrah graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine. Dr. Girgrah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girgrah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girgrah’s office at (504) 842-4015.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Girgrah?
Dr. Nigel Girgrah, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hepatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Girgrah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans/LA community, Dr. Girgrah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Girgrah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Girgrah speak?
Dr. Girgrah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Girgrah treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Girgrah 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. Girgrah. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Enlarged Liver
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Portal Vein Thrombosis
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Liver Disease
- PVT
- Blood Clot in Liver Vein
- Hepatic Portal Vein Thrombosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I81: Portal vein thrombosis
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Which procedures does Dr. Girgrah perform as a Hepatologist?
As a Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nigel Girgrah may include:
- Colonic Polypectomy
- Hepatitis C Testing
- Hepatology Consultation
- Hepatology Follow Up
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Disease Consultation
- Liver Function Test
- Liver Imaging
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Girgrah's office.
Does Dr. Girgrah accept my insurance?
Dr. Girgrah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girgrah accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Girgrah 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 & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Girgrah's office located?
Dr. Nigel Girgrah's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4015
What is Dr. Girgrah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girgrah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568667038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girgrah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girgrah
What is Dr. Nigel Girgrah's specialty?
Dr. Girgrah is a Hepatologist near New Orleans, LA. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Girgrah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nigel Girgrah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girgrah 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
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Is Nigel Girgrah accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Nigel Girgrah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nigel Girgrah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girgrah's office at (504) 842-4015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nigel Girgrah?
Please contact Dr. Girgrah's office at (504) 842-4015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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