Dr. George Garib, MD
Dermatopathologist
,Hematopathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
New Orleans, LA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garib, Dermatopathologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. George Garib, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garib graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe and completed his residency at University of Alabama Medical Center Program. Dr. Garib is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garib’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garib’s office at (504) 842-3330.
Where did Dr. Garib go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Central Del Caribe
What languages does Dr. Garib speak?
Dr. Garib and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Garib typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Garib 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. Garib. 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:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Skin Condition
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Garib typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. George Garib 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. Garib's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garib accept my insurance?
Dr. Garib accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garib accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Garib 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garib's office located?
Dr. George Garib's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3330
What is Dr. Garib's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garib's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144413840.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garib?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garib
What is Dr. George Garib's specialty?
Dr. Garib is a Dermatopathologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. George Garib affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garib is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Ochsner St. Anne 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
When to see a Dermatopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Garib accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. George Garib is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Garib offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garib's office at (504) 842-3330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Garib?
Please contact Dr. Garib's office at (504) 842-3330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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