Summary

Dr. Surendra Purohit is a surgeon who brings nearly six decades of medical expertise to their practice. They earned their medical degree from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College Nagpur and completed residency training at Worcester City Hospital. With 59 years of experience in the medical field, Dr. Purohit has developed extensive knowledge in surgical care. They are fluent in English.

Dr. Purohit is affiliated with Lakeview Hospital and practices in Covington, LA. They specialize in treating various forms of hypertension, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric high blood pressure cases. Their procedural expertise includes performing Doppler ultrasounds and carotid artery ultrasounds to evaluate blood flow and vascular health. Dr. Purohit also performs bursa aspirations to help patients with joint-related conditions. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 59 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Worcester City Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 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

Louisiana Healthcare Associates

71207 Highway 21Covington, LA 70433

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SurgerySurgeryCritical Care MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
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59 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Covington , LACovington , LAHammond , LAHammond , LA
Med School: Indira Gandhi Government Medical College Nagpur Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Surendra Purohit

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Surendra Purohit has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Surendra Purohit has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

59 Years Experience

Surendra Purohit 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 Worcester City Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College Nagpur in 1967.

NPI Number

Surendra Purohit's NPI number is 1265506703.

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What languages does Surendra Purohit speak?
Surendra Purohit speaks English.
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Where is Surendra Purohit's office located?
Surendra Purohit's office is located at 71207 Highway 21, Covington, LA, 70433.
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