22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diggs, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Erica Diggs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Diggs graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Diggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diggs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diggs’s office at (504) 842-5766.
Where did Dr. Diggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ochsner Medical Center
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Diggs board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Erica Diggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Diggs speak?
Dr. Diggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Diggs typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Diggs 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. Diggs. 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Diggs typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Erica Diggs 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. Diggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Diggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Diggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-5766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diggs accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Diggs 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Diggs' office located?
Dr. Erica Diggs' Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-5766
What is Dr. Diggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033176169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diggs
What is Dr. Erica Diggs's specialty?
Dr. Diggs is a Internist near New Orleans, 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. Erica Diggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diggs is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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
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Is Erica Diggs accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Erica Diggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erica Diggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diggs's office at (504) 842-5766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erica Diggs?
Please contact Dr. Diggs's office at (504) 842-5766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erica Diggs have?
Dr. Erica Diggs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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