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Who is Dr. Branch, Neurologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lionel Branch, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Branch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Branch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Branch’s office at (504) 702-5700.
What languages does Dr. Branch speak?
Dr. Branch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Branch treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Branch 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. Branch. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Emergency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
- Acute Hypertensive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I161: Hypertensive emergency
Which procedures does Dr. Branch perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lionel Branch may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Branch's office.
Does Dr. Branch accept my insurance?
Dr. Branch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Branch accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Branch in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Branch's office located?
Dr. Lionel Branch's Primary Practice
2832 Burdette St
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 702-5700
What is Dr. Branch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Branch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619929080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Branch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Branch
What is Dr. Lionel Branch's specialty?
Dr. Branch is a Neurologist near New Orleans, LA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Branch to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lionel Branch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Branch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans. 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 Neurologist?
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Is Lionel Branch accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Lionel Branch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lionel Branch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Branch's office at (504) 702-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lionel Branch?
Please contact Dr. Branch's office at (504) 702-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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