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Who is Dr. Puente, Internist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Dawn Puente, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Puente graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Puente is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puente’s office at (504) 836-9820.
Where did Dr. Puente go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Puente board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Puente, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puente speak?
Dr. Puente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Puente treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Puente 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. Puente. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Puente perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dawn Puente may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puente's office.
Does Dr. Puente accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Puente's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Puente's office located?
Dr. Dawn Puente's Primary Practice
2005 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 836-9820
What is Dr. Puente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548215429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puente
What is Dr. Dawn Puente's specialty?
Dr. Puente is a Internist near Metairie, LA.
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.
Contact Dr. Puente to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Dawn Puente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puente is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?
Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dawn Puente accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Puente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dawn Puente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puente's office at (504) 836-9820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dawn Puente?
Please contact Dr. Puente's office at (504) 836-9820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dawn Puente have?
Dr. Dawn Puente is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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