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Dr. David Lofthus, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lofthus, Cardiologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. David Lofthus, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lofthus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lofthus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lofthus’s office at (469) 800-7400.

    Is Dr. Lofthus board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Lofthus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lofthus speak?

    Dr. Lofthus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lofthus treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lofthus diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lofthus. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Abnormal Heartbeat
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Irregular Heartbeat
    • Heart Rhythm Disorder
    • Cardiac Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R008: Other abnormalities of heart beat
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Widespread hardening of arteries
    • Systemic artery plaque buildup
    • Generalized arteriosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7091: Generalized atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Which procedures does Dr. Lofthus perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Lofthus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lofthus' office.

    Does Dr. Lofthus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lofthus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (469) 800-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lofthus accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Lofthus in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Parkland Community Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lofthus' office located?

    Dr. David Lofthus' Primary Practice

    9101 N Central Expy Ste 400

    Dallas, TX 75231

    (469) 800-7400

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    Dr. David Lofthus' Practice 2

    200 N Virginia St

    Terrell, TX 75160

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    Dr. David Lofthus' Practice 3

    1305 W Jefferson St Ste 100

    Waxahachie, TX 75165

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    What is Dr. Lofthus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lofthus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851568968.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lofthus?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lofthus

    What is Dr. David Lofthus's specialty?

    Dr. Lofthus is a Cardiologist near Dallas, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Lofthus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Lofthus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lofthus is affiliated with Baylor University Medical Center, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Lofthus accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. David Lofthus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Lofthus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lofthus's office at (469) 800-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Lofthus?

    Please contact Dr. Lofthus's office at (469) 800-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Lofthus have?

    Dr. David Lofthus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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