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Dr. Charles Simonson, MD

Dr. Charles Simonson, MD

Marrero, LA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Simonson, Internist in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Charles Simonson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Simonson graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Simonson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simonson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simonson’s office at (504) 347-5435.

    Where did Dr. Simonson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Simonson board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Simonson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Simonson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Simonson treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Simonson 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. Simonson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • End of Life Issues
    • DNR order
    • Advance directive
    • Living will

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z66: Do not resuscitate

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Simonson perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Charles Simonson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Simonson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simonson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 347-5435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simonson accept in Marrero, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Louisiana

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simonson's office located?

    Dr. Charles Simonson's Primary Practice

    1255 Avenue D

    Marrero, LA 70072

    (504) 347-5435

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    Dr. Charles Simonson's Practice 2

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S340

    Marrero, LA 70072

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

    Dr. Simonson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376731588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simonson?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Simonson's specialty?

    Dr. Simonson is a Internist near Marrero, 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. Simonson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Simonson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Simonson 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 Charles Simonson accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Simonson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Simonson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simonson's office at (504) 347-5435 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Simonson?

    Please contact Dr. Simonson's office at (504) 347-5435 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Simonson have?

    Dr. Charles Simonson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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