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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Orejarena, Interventional Cardiologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Leonardo Orejarena, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Orejarena graduated from Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Marshfield Cl/St Joseph Hp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Orejarena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Orejarena’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Orejarena’s office at (985) 875-2828.
Where did Dr. Orejarena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Marshfield Cl/St Joseph Hp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Militar Nueva Granada- Bogota- Colombia | Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Orejarena board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Leonardo Orejarena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Orejarena speak?
Dr. Orejarena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Orejarena treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Orejarena 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. Orejarena. 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:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Orejarena perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leonardo Orejarena may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Orejarena's office.
Does Dr. Orejarena accept my insurance?
Dr. Orejarena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 875-2828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Orejarena accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Orejarena in Covington, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Orejarena's office located?
Dr. Leonardo Orejarena's Primary Practice
1000 Ochsner Blvd
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Leonardo Orejarena an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Orejarena has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Orejarena, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Orejarena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Orejarena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932153376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Orejarena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Orejarena
What is Dr. Leonardo Orejarena's specialty?
Dr. Orejarena is a Interventional Cardiologist near Covington, LA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Orejarena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leonardo Orejarena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Orejarena is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center 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 Leonardo Orejarena accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Leonardo Orejarena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonardo Orejarena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Orejarena's office at (985) 875-2828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonardo Orejarena?
Please contact Dr. Orejarena's office at (985) 875-2828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonardo Orejarena have?
Dr. Leonardo Orejarena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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