Hepatitis C services - CrescentCare
Infectious Disease (HIV/Hepatitis C Care) • New Orleans, LA • Since 1983
About
CrescentCare in New Orleans offers comprehensive hepatitis C–related services as part of its broader HIV/AIDS and community health programs. If you’re seeking Hepatitis C care, CrescentCare’s services likely include access to primary care, case management, and support that can connect you with testing, counseling, treatment coordination, and follow-up within their community-based health system. Key takeaways: - Nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center serving Greater New Orleans and Southeastern Louisiana. - Services include primary medical care, behavioral health, pediatrics, gender-affirming care, case management, health education, and social supports (food and housing assistance, advocacy, legal services). - Located in New Orleans with multiple offices. Next steps to confirm Hepatitis C specifics: - Contact CrescentCare directly or visit their New Orleans locations (HQ at 1631 Elysian Fields Ave or 3308 Tulane Ave) to inquire about Hepatitis C testing, treatment initiation, and care coordination. - Ask about linkage to care, affordable treatment options, and any available patient navigation or social services to support hepatitis C management.
Clinic Type
Infectious Disease (HIV/Hepatitis C Care)
Address
1631 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70117, US
Phone
504-821-2601
info@crescentcare.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
Is Hepatitis C treatment covered if you have Medicaid or Medicare?
If you have Medicaid or Medicare, your Hepatitis C treatment and medication will be fully covered.
Do you need to wait for HCV treatment based on sobriety or fibrosis stage?
Sobriety and other prior requirements are not needed; you can start treatment immediately.
What is the status of sobriety as a requirement for HCV treatment in Louisiana?
Sobriety is no longer a Medicaid or clinical requirement for HCV treatment in the state of Louisiana.
Have Medicaid restrictions for Hepatitis C treatment changed?
Yes. In July 2019, the Medicaid restrictions for Hepatitis C treatment changed completely. Stage of liver fibrosis, abstinence from drug use, and waitlist placement are no longer factors for care.
Will treatment be covered if I have Medicaid or Medicare?
If you have Medicaid or Medicare, your Hepatitis C treatment and medication will be fully covered.
What if I am uninsured or unsure of insurance status?
CrescentCare has eligibility specialists who can help reapply to Medicaid or enroll in an insurance plan that fits healthcare needs; CrescentCare is committed to helping all patients access insurance and medications regardless of income or insurance status.
How can I get more information or make an appointment?
Call 504-821-2601 for more information or to make an appointment.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 3.1 out of 5 stars (Birdeye) (41 reviews)
- Yahoo Local: 4.0 out of 5 stars (aggregated) (13 reviews)
Patients praise
- compassionate, knowledgeable, and patient-centered providers
- successful Hepatitis C treatment programs and access to care
- helpful assistance with insurance and Medicaid enrollment
- efficient on-site pharmacy services
- valuable community resource providing low-income/sliding scale care
Common complaints
- reports of rude or unprofessional front desk staff
- long wait times and scheduling/double booking issues
- difficulties accessing staff or appointments over the phone
- inconsistent quality of care reported by some patients
- multi-level barriers to Hepatitis C care including provider attitudes and prior experiences
"Crescent Care on Elysian Feilds has the most compassionate kind cheerful professional staff I have ever encountered in my whole life. Receptionists were all welcoming consistently each visit."
— User review via LocalityBiz"The most rude and unprofessional people. The front desk staff doesn’t pay any attention to anything. They always have the nastiest attitudes."
— User review via A-Better-Place.com"This is a game changer for Hepatitis C."
— Dr. Jason Halperin, Infectious Disease Doctor at CrescentCare, quoted in WWNOSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Wanda DeGruy, MA » CrescentCare — Aug 20, 2025
- Victor Nguyen, LPN » CrescentCare — Aug 20, 2025
- Louisiana's Novel 'Subscription' Model For Pricey Hepatitis C Drugs Gains Approval - Health Lar — Feb 9, 2026
- Jasmine Evans, BSN, RN - Manager » CrescentCare — Oct 30, 2025
- Marga deJong, RN » CrescentCare — Oct 27, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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