Summary

Dr. George Chimento is an orthopedic surgeon with 36 years of experience treating patients with bone, joint, and musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. Chimento furthered his specialized training with a fellowship at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in 2000. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Chimento practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. He treats patients with high blood pressure and handles hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels. His surgical expertise includes performing bursa aspiration procedures to remove fluid from inflamed joint sacs. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hospital for Special Surgery
  • 10 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

George Frank Chimento

1514 Jefferson Hwy # 5New Orleans, LA 70121

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.5 
3.9 
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36 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
New Orleans , LAMarrero , LAMetairie , LAMetairie , LA
Med School: Georgetown Univ. School of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by George Frank Chimento

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - HMO
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

George Frank Chimento has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

George Frank Chimento has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

George Frank Chimento holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Hospital for Special Surgery in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at Tulane University School of Medicine - GME in 1995.

Internship

Completed their internship at Tulane University School of Medicine - GME in 1991.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown Univ. School of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

George Frank Chimento's NPI number is 1497759922.

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George Chimento's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy # 5, New Orleans, LA, 70121.
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