Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
Westcare Medical Center
4500 10th St, 
Marrero, LA 

Overview

Tapash Palit is a Vascular Surgeon in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Palit is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney, Gangrene, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Vascular Surgery

Licenses

Vascular Surgery in LA

Hospital Affiliations

West Jefferson Medical Center
University Medical Center New Orleans

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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

Westcare Medical Center
4500 10th St, Marrero, LA 70072
Other Locations
University Medical Center
2000 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tapash Palit

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tapash Palit?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Tapash Palit by calling their office at 504-412-1960. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Tapash Palit a top-rated expert for Carotid Artery Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tapash Palit is classified as an Advanced expert for Carotid Artery Disease, 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. Tapash Palit specialize in?

While Dr. Tapash Palit is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.

Does Dr. Tapash Palit participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Tapash Palit has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carotid Artery Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Tapash Palit's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Tapash Palit accept my insurance?

Dr. Tapash Palit accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-412-1960 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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