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Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD
Metairie, LA
46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Smith, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Pulmonary Diseases; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine; Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (504) 454-5205.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Pulmonary Diseases; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine; Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Ochsner Med Insts
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Smith board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Smith may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 454-5205 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Smith in Metairie, 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
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Smith's Primary Practice
4224 Houma Blvd Ste 140
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 454-5205
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356310650.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Kenneth Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Metairie, LA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smith 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Kenneth Smith accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (504) 454-5205 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (504) 454-5205 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Smith have?
Dr. Kenneth Smith is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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