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Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thiagarajan, Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thiagarajan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiagarajan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiagarajan’s office at (504) 464-8500.

    Is Dr. Thiagarajan board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Thiagarajan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thiagarajan treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Thiagarajan 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. Thiagarajan. 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:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Fistula
    • Colonic Disease
    • Fistulas
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel fistula
    • Enteric fistula
    • Abdominal fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K632: Fistula of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Ileum Carcinoid Tumor
    • Carcinoid Tumor
    • Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Ileal Carcinoid
    • Malignant Ileum Tumor
    • Small Bowel NET

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7A012: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the ileum

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    What procedures does Dr. Thiagarajan perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Thiagarajan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thiagarajan. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Thiagarajan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thiagarajan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 464-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thiagarajan accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Thiagarajan in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Angelo State University

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thiagarajan's office located?

    Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan's Primary Practice

    2832 Burdette St

    New Orleans, LA 70125

    (504) 464-8500

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    Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan's Practice 2

    200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 200

    Kenner, LA 70065

    (504) 464-8701

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    Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan's Practice 3

    4204 Houma Blvd Ste 2

    Metairie, LA 70006

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

    Dr. Thiagarajan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427070937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiagarajan?

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

    What is Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan's specialty?

    Dr. Thiagarajan is a Surgeon near New Orleans, LA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Thiagarajan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thiagarajan is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital 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 Ramcharan Thiagarajan accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thiagarajan's office at (504) 464-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ramcharan Thiagarajan?

    Please contact Dr. Thiagarajan's office at (504) 464-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan have?

    Dr. Ramcharan Thiagarajan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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