Who is Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow, Family Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow graduated from FacultÈ de MÈdecine Montpellier-NÓmes and completed her residency at Virtua Program.
Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow’s office at (985) 626-1717.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow?
Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Illness, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Covington/LA community, Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Virtua Program
Medical School: FacultÈ de MÈdecine Montpellier-NÓmes
Is Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow speak?
Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow 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. Mascherpa-Kerkow. 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:
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:
Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Hyperglycemia
Diabetic Kidney Problems
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
Diabetic Hyperglycemia
High Blood Glucose
High Sugar Levels
Diabetic Kidney Issues
Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Mixed hyperlipidemia
Combined hyperlipidemia
High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Hyperlipidemia
High lipids
Dyslipidemia
Hypercholesterolemia
High blood cholesterol
Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
Child Behavior Disorder
Youth Mental Health Issues
Adolescent Emotional Problems
Childhood Psychiatric Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence
Also known as:
Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
B Vitamins
Malnutrition
Specific B Vitamin Shortage
Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
High Fasting Blood Sugar
Blood Glucose
Impaired Fasting Glucose
Prediabetes (Fasting)
Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Shrinking Thyroid Gland
Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
Vitamin D Deficiency
Low Vitamin D Levels
Lack of Vitamin D
Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
Osteoporosis Screening
Health Screening
Bone Density Test
Bone Health Screening
DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
Acute Bronchitis
Chest cold
Short-term bronchitis
Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
Sinusitis
Acute maxillary sinusitis
Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
Mammography
Inconclusive mammogram
Unclear breast scan results
Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow's office.
Does Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow accept my insurance?
Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 626-1717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578510988.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow
What is Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow's specialty?
Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow is a Family Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA.
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. 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 Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow's office at (985) 626-1717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow?
Please contact Dr. Mascherpa-Kerkow's office at (985) 626-1717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow have?
Dr. Nathalie Mascherpa-Kerkow is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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