Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Jerald M. Zakem

Rheumatology
1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
New Orleans, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
9
conditions
1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
New Orleans, LA 

Overview

Dr. Zaken graduated with honors from the University of Kentucky and earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville. He completed his internship, residency and rheumatology fellowship at the University of South Florida in Tampa. A fellow of the American College of Rheumatology, Dr. Zakem is board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology and has been on staff at Ochsner since the end of 2000.

Dr. Zakem is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Relapsing Polychondritis.

Dr. Zakem is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Zakem is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in LA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

St Bernard Parish Hospital
Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
SelectHealth
  • HMO
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jerald M. Zakem

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jerald M. Zakem?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Jerald M. Zakem by calling their office at 504-842-3920. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Jerald M. Zakem a top-rated expert for Fibromyalgia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jerald M. Zakem is classified as an Advanced expert for Fibromyalgia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Jerald M. Zakem specialize in?

While Dr. Jerald M. Zakem is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Jerald M. Zakem accept my insurance?

Dr. Jerald M. Zakem accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-842-3920 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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