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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Granera, Internist in Hammond, LA?
Dr. Sonia Granera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hammond, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Granera graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Granera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Granera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Granera’s office at (985) 646-5750.
Where did Dr. Granera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Granera board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sonia Granera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Granera speak?
Dr. Granera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Granera typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Granera 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. Granera. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Granera typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonia Granera 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
Please contact Dr. Granera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Granera accept my insurance?
Dr. Granera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 646-5750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Granera accept in Hammond, LA?
Dr. Granera in Hammond, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Granera's office located?
Dr. Sonia Granera's Primary Practice
15790 Paul Vega Md Dr
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 646-5750
What is Dr. Granera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Granera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174579346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Granera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Granera
What is Dr. Sonia Granera's specialty?
Dr. Granera is a Internist near Hammond, 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. Sonia Granera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Granera is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sonia Granera accepting new patients in Hammond, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sonia Granera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonia Granera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Granera's office at (985) 646-5750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonia Granera?
Please contact Dr. Granera's office at (985) 646-5750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sonia Granera have?
Dr. Sonia Granera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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