Dr. Elise Occhipinti, MD
New Orleans, LA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Occhipinti, Hematopathologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Elise Occhipinti, MD is a Hematopathologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Occhipinti completed her residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Occhipinti is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Occhipinti’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Occhipinti’s office at (504) 842-3510.
Where did Dr. Occhipinti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hematopathology, Tulane University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans
Is Dr. Occhipinti board certified as a Hematopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Elise Occhipinti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Occhipinti speak?
Dr. Occhipinti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Occhipinti typically treat?
As a Hematopathologist, Dr. Occhipinti 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. Occhipinti. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission
- Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
- Recurrent multiple myeloma
- Relapsed myeloma
- Myeloma recurrence
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
- C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, 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:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
What procedures does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Occhipinti typically perform?
As a Hematopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elise Occhipinti may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Occhipinti's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Occhipinti accept my insurance?
Dr. Occhipinti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Occhipinti accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Occhipinti 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Occhipinti's office located?
Dr. Elise Occhipinti's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3510
What is Dr. Occhipinti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Occhipinti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801091962.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Occhipinti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Occhipinti
What is Dr. Elise Occhipinti's specialty?
Dr. Occhipinti is a Hematopathologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Hematopathologist do?
A hematopathologist specializes in diseases that impact blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow, and lymph nodes. This physician possesses the knowledge and technical skills necessary for the laboratory diagnosis of conditions such as anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders, and blood clotting disorders.
Is this Dr. Elise Occhipinti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Occhipinti is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 Elise Occhipinti accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Elise Occhipinti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elise Occhipinti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Occhipinti's office at (504) 842-3510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elise Occhipinti?
Please contact Dr. Occhipinti's office at (504) 842-3510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elise Occhipinti have?
Dr. Elise Occhipinti is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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