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Dr. Jairo Tejada, MD

New Orleans, LA

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    Who is Dr. Tejada, Internist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Jairo Tejada, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tejada is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tejada’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tejada’s office at (504) 454-9020.

    What languages does Dr. Tejada speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tejada treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tejada 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. Tejada. 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:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage from Other Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Secondary Polyneuropathy
    • Systemic Disease Neuropathy
    • Nerve Damage from Underlying Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G63: Polyneuropathy in diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
    • HFpEF
    • Filling Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Blood Clotting Disorder
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Thrombophilia
    • Increased Clotting Tendency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6869: Other thrombophilia

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Marijuana Dependence
    • Marijuana
    • Cannabis Dependence
    • Marijuana Addiction
    • Chronic Marijuana Use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1220: Cannabis dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression in Partial Remission (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Improving depression
    • Resolving depressive symptoms
    • Partial recovery from depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F324: Major depressive disorder, single episode, in partial remission

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tejada perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jairo Tejada may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tejada's office.

    Does Dr. Tejada accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tejada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 454-9020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tejada's office located?

    Dr. Jairo Tejada's Primary Practice

    3100 Gentilly Blvd

    New Orleans, LA 70122

    (504) 454-9020

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    Dr. Jairo Tejada's Practice 2

    1070 Westbank Expy

    Westwego, LA 70094

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    Dr. Jairo Tejada's Practice 3

    4710 S Carrollton Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70119

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

    Dr. Tejada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497108302.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tejada?

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

    What is Dr. Jairo Tejada's specialty?

    Dr. Tejada is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Tejada to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jairo Tejada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tejada is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Jairo Tejada accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Jairo Tejada is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jairo Tejada offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tejada's office at (504) 454-9020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jairo Tejada?

    Please contact Dr. Tejada's office at (504) 454-9020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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