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Dr. Dipti Munshi, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Munshi, Hospitalist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Dipti Munshi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Munshi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munshi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munshi’s office at (504) 842-7518.

    What languages does Dr. Munshi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Munshi typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Munshi 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. Munshi. 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:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Munshi typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Munshi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Munshi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Munshi 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. Munshi accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Munshi 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Munshi's office located?

    Dr. Dipti Munshi's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

    (504) 842-7518

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    Dr. Dipti Munshi's Practice 2

    25455 Highway 1

    Plaquemine, LA 70764

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    Dr. Dipti Munshi's Practice 3

    100 Medical Center Dr

    Slidell, LA 70461

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

    Dr. Munshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699162065.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munshi?

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

    What is Dr. Dipti Munshi's specialty?

    Dr. Munshi is a Hospitalist near New Orleans, 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 Dr. Dipti Munshi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Munshi is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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 Dr. Dipti Munshi accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Dipti Munshi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dipti Munshi offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dipti Munshi?

    Please contact Dr. Munshi's office at (504) 842-7518 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Munshi's office located?

    Dr. Munshi's offices are located in New Orleans, LA, Plaquemine, LA, and Slidell, LA.