Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Russo, Anesthesiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Melissa Jean Russo, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Russo completed her residency at Chief Resident. Dr. Russo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russo’s office at (504) 842-3000.
Where did Dr. Russo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Obstetric Anesthesiology, Ochsner
Residency: Chief Resident | Ochsner Medical Center
Is Dr. Russo board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jean Russo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Russo speak?
Dr. Russo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Russo typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Russo 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. Russo. 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:
- Umbilical cord around baby's neck (not compressed)
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Nuchal cord without compression
- Loose cord around neck
- Cord wrapped around neck
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6981X0: Labor and delivery complicated by cord around neck, without compression, not applicable or unspecified
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
- First-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
- Postpartum Care
- Wounds and Injuries
- Moderate vaginal tear
- Second degree tear after birth
- Perineal muscle tear
- Minor vaginal tear
- Superficial perineal laceration
- First degree tear after birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery
- O700: First degree perineal laceration during delivery
Also known as:
- Breech Presentation
- Childbirth Problems
- Baby is Breech
- Feet First Birth
- Bottom First Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O321XX0: Maternal care for breech presentation, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Russo typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Jean Russo may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Russo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Russo accept my insurance?
Dr. Russo 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. Russo accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Russo 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Russo's office located?
Dr. Melissa Jean Russo's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3000
What hospitals are Dr. Russo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Russo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Russo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Russo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205031531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Russo
What is Dr. Melissa Jean Russo's specialty?
Dr. Russo is an Anesthesiologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is Dr. Melissa Jean Russo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Russo 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 Dr. Melissa Jean Russo accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jean Russo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Jean Russo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Russo's office at (504) 842-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Jean Russo?
Please contact Dr. Russo's office at (504) 842-3000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Russo's office located?
Dr. Russo's offices are located in New Orleans, LA and Covington, LA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Jean Russo have?
Dr. Melissa Jean Russo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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