Important updates for the New Orleans area:

Ochsner’s Office of Emergency Management is preparing for the potential impact of saltwater intrusion in the Mississippi River in the New Orleans area. We do not anticipate any interruption in services. Appointments, procedures and surgeries will continue as planned and all Ochsner Health facilities are open with no impacts to operations.

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Thank you for choosing Ochsner Health for your care. 

Our goal is to provide you with respectful, compassionate and quality care.

“Being a not-for-profit organization allows us to reinvest in the organization, focus on our patients’ needs and continue our commitment to the community,” explains Pete November, CEO, Ochsner Health. At the heart of Ochsner Health is an unshakable commitment to putting the needs of all patients first.

Ochsner Health continues its commitment to making an ongoing difference in the health of our communities.

What to Expect

It takes two! Your safety is our top priority at Ochsner, which is why we ask patients to state or spell their first and last name and their date of birth prior to any care, service or treatment. As a patient, you are also encouraged to ask your care team to verify and double check your identity to ensure you receive the right care at the right time.

Ochsner provides information to help you know what to expect, your patient rights and insurance guidelines along with financial/billing questions you might have prior to and/or during your stay. For more information, click the links below.