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Who is Dr. El Dahr, Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Mohammed El Dahr, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El Dahr is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Dahr’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Dahr’s office at (504) 988-6253.
Is Dr. El Dahr board certified as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Mohammed El Dahr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. El Dahr speak?
Dr. El Dahr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. El Dahr typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. El Dahr 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. El Dahr. 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.
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Tubule Function Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Impaired Kidney Tubule Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2589: Other disorders resulting from impaired renal tubular function
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
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. El Dahr typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mohammed El Dahr may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. El Dahr's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Dahr accept my insurance?
Dr. El Dahr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-6253 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Dahr accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. El Dahr in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El Dahr's office located?
What is Dr. El Dahr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Dahr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861440380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Dahr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Dahr
What is Dr. Mohammed El Dahr's specialty?
Dr. El Dahr is a Pediatric Nephrologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Mohammed El Dahr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, El Dahr is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Manning Family Children’s. 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
When to see a Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mohammed El Dahr accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mohammed El Dahr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohammed El Dahr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Dahr's office at (504) 988-6253 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohammed El Dahr?
Please contact Dr. El Dahr's office at (504) 988-6253 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mohammed El Dahr have?
Dr. Mohammed El Dahr is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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