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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferdinand, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Keith Ferdinand, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ferdinand completed his residency at Charity Hospital La State University. Dr. Ferdinand is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferdinand’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferdinand’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ferdinand?
Dr. Keith Ferdinand, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ferdinand empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Disease in African Americans, Hypertension, Preventive Cardiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans, LA community, Dr. Ferdinand is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ferdinand go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Charity Hospital La State University
What languages does Dr. Ferdinand speak?
Dr. Ferdinand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ferdinand typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ferdinand 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. Ferdinand. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ferdinand typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Ferdinand may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Ferdinand's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ferdinand accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferdinand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferdinand accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ferdinand in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ferdinand's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Ferdinand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferdinand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851398622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferdinand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferdinand
What is Dr. Keith Ferdinand's specialty?
Dr. Ferdinand is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Keith Ferdinand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferdinand is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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 Keith Ferdinand accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Keith Ferdinand is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Ferdinand offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferdinand's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Ferdinand?
Please contact Dr. Ferdinand's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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