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Dr. Hector Cabrera, MD

New Orleans, LA

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    Who is Dr. Cabrera, Family Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Hector Cabrera, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Cabrera completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Cabrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cabrera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cabrera’s office at (504) 362-2829.

    Where did Dr. Cabrera go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Cabrera board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Cabrera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cabrera speak?

    Dr. Cabrera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cabrera treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cabrera 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. Cabrera. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney 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:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Which procedures does Dr. Cabrera perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hector Cabrera may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cabrera's office.

    Does Dr. Cabrera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cabrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 362-2829 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cabrera accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Cabrera in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cabrera's office located?

    Dr. Hector Cabrera's Primary Practice

    3801 General Degaulle Dr

    New Orleans, LA 70114

    (504) 362-2829

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    Dr. Hector Cabrera's Practice 2

    12525 Perkins Rd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70810

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    Lake After Hours Walker

    29373 Walker Rd S

    Walker, LA 70785

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    What is Dr. Cabrera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cabrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922007012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cabrera?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cabrera

    What is Dr. Hector Cabrera's specialty?

    Dr. Cabrera is a Family Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, 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. Cabrera to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hector Cabrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cabrera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Hector Cabrera accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Cabrera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hector Cabrera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cabrera's office at (504) 362-2829 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hector Cabrera?

    Please contact Dr. Cabrera's office at (504) 362-2829 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Cabrera have?

    Dr. Hector Cabrera is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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