32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kashimawo, Pediatrician in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kashimawo graduated from Obafemi Awolowo University , Ile-Ife, Nigeria (Formerly University Of Ife, Ile-Ife, Nigeria) and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatrics. He is a member of the SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE and ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIAN PHYSICIANS IN AMERICA. Dr. Kashimawo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kashimawo’s office at (504) 842-4100.
Where did Dr. Kashimawo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital | PEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI JACKSON MEMORIAL CENTER, MIAMI, FL
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatrics | Jackson Memorial Medical Center
Medical School: University Of Ife- Fac Of Hlth Sci- Ife- Nigeria | Obafemi Awolowo University , Ile-Ife, Nigeria (Formerly University Of Ife, Ile-Ife, Nigeria) | University Of Ife
Is Dr. Kashimawo board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kashimawo speak?
Dr. Kashimawo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kashimawo typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kashimawo 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. Kashimawo. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Neuromuscular Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Scoliosis from nerve problems
- Scoliosis from muscle problems
- Secondary scoliosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kashimawo typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Kashimawo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kashimawo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kashimawo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kashimawo accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Kashimawo 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kashimawo's office located?
Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4100
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
Member
ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIAN PHYSICIANS IN AMERICA
Member
What is Dr. Kashimawo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kashimawo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013965508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kashimawo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kashimawo
What is Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo's specialty?
Dr. Kashimawo is a Pediatrician near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kashimawo is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lutifat Kashimawo accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kashimawo's office at (504) 842-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lutifat Kashimawo?
Please contact Dr. Kashimawo's office at (504) 842-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo have?
Dr. Lutifat Kashimawo is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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