45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Eschete, Infectious Disease Specialist in Houma, LA?
Dr. Mary Eschete, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Houma, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Eschete graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Confederate Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Eschete is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eschete’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eschete’s office at (985) 873-5130.
Where did Dr. Eschete go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Confederate Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine Confederate Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Eschete board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mary Eschete, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Eschete speak?
Dr. Eschete and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Eschete typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Eschete 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. Eschete. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Eschete typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Eschete may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Eschete's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Eschete accept my insurance?
Dr. Eschete accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 873-5130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Eschete accept in Houma, LA?
Dr. Eschete in Houma, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Eschete's office located?
What is Dr. Eschete's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eschete's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003856477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eschete?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eschete
What is Dr. Mary Eschete's specialty?
Dr. Eschete is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Houma, LA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Mary Eschete affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Eschete is affiliated with Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Thibodaux Regional Health System 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mary Eschete accepting new patients in Houma, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mary Eschete is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Eschete offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eschete's office at (985) 873-5130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Eschete?
Please contact Dr. Eschete's office at (985) 873-5130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mary Eschete have?
Dr. Mary Eschete is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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