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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcelveen, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Linda Mcelveen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mcelveen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcelveen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcelveen’s office at (504) 842-9355.
Is Dr. Mcelveen board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Linda Mcelveen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mcelveen speak?
Dr. Mcelveen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mcelveen typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mcelveen 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. Mcelveen. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mcelveen typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Mcelveen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mcelveen. 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:
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Does Dr. Mcelveen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcelveen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-9355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcelveen accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Mcelveen 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mcelveen's office located?
Dr. Linda Mcelveen's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-9355
What is Dr. Mcelveen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcelveen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053334482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcelveen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcelveen
What is Dr. Linda Mcelveen's specialty?
Dr. Mcelveen is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Linda Mcelveen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcelveen is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Linda Mcelveen accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Linda Mcelveen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Mcelveen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcelveen's office at (504) 842-9355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Mcelveen?
Please contact Dr. Mcelveen's office at (504) 842-9355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Mcelveen have?
Dr. Linda Mcelveen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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