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About Ochsner Health Center – Tangipahoa (Hammond)

Ochsner Health Center – Tangipahoa is dedicated to caring for your entire family. Conveniently located in Hammond, Louisiana, we provide a wide range of services, including family medicine, primary care, podiatry, diabetes management, gastroenterology, hematology/oncology, urology, orthopedics and more. When you need a specialist, our coordinated care system ensures quick and seamless referrals.

Why choose Ochsner Health Center - Tangipahoa?

We’re simplifying healthcare to make it more convenient for you. One of the major advantages of choosing Ochsner is our electronic medical record system. No matter where you are in the Ochsner network, your medical history is accessible to specialists, urgent care centers, and emergency departments across the Gulf South, enabling consistent, high-quality care.

With MyOchsner, staying connected to your doctor has never been easier. This platform allows you to call or message your provider, schedule appointments, request medication refills, and set preventive health reminders. You can also access your test results and link your family’s records to your care team, creating a streamlined, personalized health care experience.

Schedule an appointment

To schedule an appointment, call 985-543-3600. You can also book an appointment through MyOchsner.

We offer same-day and next-day appointments, as well as virtual visits. For new patients, your first virtual appointment will be scheduled at the provider’s discretion. Learn more about virtual visits here.

Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for your appointment. If you need to cancel or reschedule, we ask that you notify us at least 24 hours in advance. If your doctor is unavailable for an urgent issue, Ochsner’s team can assist in booking an appointment with another provider.

Ochsner Health Center - Tangipahoa in Hammond offers bone density scans, also known as DEXA scans. These scans use low-dose X-rays to measure bone strength and detect bone loss. They help doctors diagnose osteoporosis and assess the risk of fractures.

If you need a prescription refill, contact your pharmacy to make the request. If your pharmacist has any questions, they will reach out to us directly.

Please ensure your pharmacy submits the refill request at least three to five business days before your medication runs out.

You will receive your lab results by mail within 10 business days. If there are any concerns or unusual findings, your doctor’s office will contact you after reviewing the results.

For Pap smear results, please allow approximately four to six weeks.

Unless otherwise directed by your doctor or provider, please call Ochsner On Call, our 24/7 nurse care advice line at 1-800-231-5257, for guidance regarding your symptoms. For emergencies, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Registered nurses at the Ochsner On Call Center can help determine how soon you should be seen and recommend the best care options for your symptoms.

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