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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taylor, Pulmonologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. David Taylor, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Taylor graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Taylor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taylor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taylor’s office at (504) 842-4055.
Where did Dr. Taylor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taylor speak?
Dr. Taylor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Taylor typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Abnormal Lung Function Test
- Lung Disease
- Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
- Unusual Breathing Test
- Lung Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Lung-related heart problems
- Cor Pulmonale
ICD-10 Codes:
- I279: Pulmonary heart disease, 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:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Taylor typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Taylor performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Taylor. 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:
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Pulmonary Stress Test
- Lung Function Tests
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
- Lung Stress Test
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Breathing Stress Test
CPT Codes:
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed
Does Dr. Taylor accept my insurance?
Dr. Taylor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taylor accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Taylor in New Orleans, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?
Dr. David Taylor's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4055
What is Dr. Taylor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720016207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taylor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taylor
What is Dr. David Taylor's specialty?
Dr. Taylor is a Pulmonologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. David Taylor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 David Taylor accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. David Taylor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Taylor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taylor's office at (504) 842-4055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Taylor?
Please contact Dr. Taylor's office at (504) 842-4055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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