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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dixit, Internist in Independence, LA?
Dr. Deepak Dixit, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Independence, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Dixit graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed his residency at MUHLENBERG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Dixit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixit’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixit’s office at (985) 878-9421.
Where did Dr. Dixit go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MUHLENBERG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Med Coll, Univ of Poona, Poona, Maharas | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
What languages does Dr. Dixit speak?
Dr. Dixit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dixit typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dixit 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. Dixit. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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 Internist like Dr. Dixit typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Deepak Dixit may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Dixit's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dixit accept my insurance?
Dr. Dixit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 878-9421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dixit accept in Independence, LA?
Dr. Dixit in Independence, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dixit's office located?
Dr. Deepak Dixit's Primary Practice
52579 Highway 51 S
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9421
What is Dr. Dixit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dixit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629057856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dixit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dixit
What is Dr. Deepak Dixit's specialty?
Dr. Dixit is a Internist near Independence, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Deepak Dixit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dixit is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, North Oaks Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deepak Dixit accepting new patients in Independence, LA?
Yes, Dr. Deepak Dixit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deepak Dixit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dixit's office at (985) 878-9421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deepak Dixit?
Please contact Dr. Dixit's office at (985) 878-9421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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