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Dr. George Puente, MD

Gastroenterology
4.9 (32)
Map Pin Small Metairie, LA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. George Puente, MD

Dr. George Puente, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Metairie, LA. They graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

Dr. Puente works at Mga Gi Diagnostic & Therapeutic Ctr- Metairie in Metairie, LA with other offices in New Orleans, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Gastroparesis and Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Puente's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mga Gi Diagnostic & Therapeutic Ctr- Metairie
    3333 Kingman St Ste 202, Metairie, LA 70006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 885-3345
  2. 2
    Mga Gi Diagnostic & Therapeutic Center
    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 700, New Orleans, LA 70115 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 885-3345
  3. 3
    Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates
    4228 Houma Blvd Ste 520, Metairie, LA 70006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 456-8020
  4. 4
    Metropolitan gastroenterology associates
    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 400, Metairie, LA 70006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 456-8020

Hospital Affiliations
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  • East Jefferson General Hospital

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    • Aetna
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    • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
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    • Anthem
    • Beech Street (Multiplan)
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    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
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    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    • Commercial Insurance Company
    • Community Health Choice
    • Coventry Health Care
    • First Health
    • Golden Rule
    • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
    • Health Net
    • Humana
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    • Medicare
    • MultiPlan
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    Feb 05, 2023
    Dr Puente is a wonderful doctor. He was recommended to me and I have been so pleased under his care. He listens and allows you to ask questions and have input. He returned every call promptly and even after hours. An amazing doctor, so happy to have found him!
    Matta — Feb 05, 2023
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    About Dr. George Puente, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1821090192
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Ochsner Foundation Hospital
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Ochsner Medical Foundation
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Medical Education

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. George Puente, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Puente is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Puente has an average wait time of Over 45 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Puente has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Puente has seen patients for Gastroparesis and Constipation, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Puente on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    32 patients have reviewed Dr. Puente. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Puente.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Puente, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Puente appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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