Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ehrensing, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Craig Ehrensing, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ehrensing graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ehrensing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ehrensing’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ehrensing’s office at (504) 371-9355.
Where did Dr. Ehrensing go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Earl K. Long Medical Center - LSUMC
Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Earl K Long 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. Ehrensing board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Craig Ehrensing, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ehrensing speak?
Dr. Ehrensing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ehrensing treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ehrensing 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. Ehrensing. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Ehrensing perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Craig Ehrensing 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ehrensing's office.
Does Dr. Ehrensing accept my insurance?
Dr. Ehrensing accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 371-9355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ehrensing accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ehrensing in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ehrensing's office located?
Dr. Craig Ehrensing's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 371-9355
What is Dr. Ehrensing's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ehrensing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538127618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ehrensing?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ehrensing
What is Dr. Craig Ehrensing's specialty?
Dr. Ehrensing is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
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.
Contact Dr. Ehrensing to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Craig Ehrensing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ehrensing is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Craig Ehrensing accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Ehrensing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Ehrensing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ehrensing's office at (504) 371-9355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Ehrensing?
Please contact Dr. Ehrensing's office at (504) 371-9355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Ehrensing have?
Dr. Craig Ehrensing is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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