Summary

Dr. Orlando Deffer specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing over three decades of experience to heart and vascular care. They earned their medical degree from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena Escuela De Medicina and completed their residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Deffer is fluent in Spanish and French, allowing them to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Deffer practices at East Jefferson General Hospital Heart and Vascular Care in Metairie, Louisiana. They focus on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Their expertise includes performing heart monitoring tests such as electrocardiograms and various types of echocardiograms to assess heart function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Deffer highly, with an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • Morehouse School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

East Jefferson General Hospital Heart and Vascular Care

4228 Houma Blvd # 3Metairie, LA 70006

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients
32 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, French
Metairie , LANEW ORLEANS , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena (Unphu) Escuela De Medicina Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Orlando Deffer

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Orlando Deffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Orlando Deffer has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Orlando Deffer holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Morehouse School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena (Unphu) Escuela De Medicina in 1994.

NPI Number

Orlando Deffer's NPI number is 1588836621.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Orlando Deffer speak?
Orlando Deffer speaks Spanish and French.
Does Orlando Deffer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Orlando Deffer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Orlando Deffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Orlando Deffer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Orlando Deffer affiliated with?
Orlando Deffer is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.
Where is Orlando Deffer's office located?
Orlando Deffer's office is located at 4228 Houma Blvd # 3, Metairie, LA, 70006.

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