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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poche, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Mahlon Poche, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Poche is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poche’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poche’s office at (228) 432-1571.
Is Dr. Poche board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mahlon Poche, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poche speak?
Dr. Poche and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poche typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poche 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. Poche. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poche typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahlon Poche may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Poche's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poche accept my insurance?
Dr. Poche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 432-1571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poche accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Poche in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Texas Children's Hospital
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poche's office located?
Dr. Mahlon Poche's Primary Practice
3131 N I 10 Service Rd E Ste 308
Metairie, LA 70002
(228) 432-1571
What is Dr. Poche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992772263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poche?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poche
What is Dr. Mahlon Poche's specialty?
Dr. Poche is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Metairie, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Mahlon Poche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poche is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mahlon Poche accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mahlon Poche is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahlon Poche offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poche's office at (228) 432-1571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahlon Poche?
Please contact Dr. Poche's office at (228) 432-1571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahlon Poche have?
Dr. Mahlon Poche is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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