Summary

Dr. R. Dean Yount treats chest wall pain, chest pain, and chest problems, and performs electrocardiograms, transthoracic echocardiograms, and contrast echocardiography as part of his cardiology practice. He has practiced for 34 years and is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

Dr. Yount earned his medical degree from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, where he also completed his residency in 1995 and fellowship in 1998. He sees patients in New Orleans, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Yount 4.2 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 34 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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34 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New Orleans , LAMarrero , LANew Orleans , LAKenner , LA
Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by R. Dean Yount

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Travelers
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

R. Dean Yount has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

R. Dean Yount has the following 15 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

R. Dean Yount 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 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1995.

Internship

Completed their internship at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1992.

NPI Number

R. Dean Yount's NPI number is 1881694594.

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Where is R. Dean Yount's office located?
R. Dean Yount's office is located at 2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 230, New Orleans, LA, 70115.
Does R. Dean Yount accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does R. Dean Yount accept my insurance?
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