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Dr. Brian Houston, MD
Charleston, SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houston, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Brian Houston, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Houston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houston’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houston’s office at (843) 792-1414.
Is Dr. Houston board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Houston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Houston speak?
Dr. Houston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Houston treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Houston 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. Houston. 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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Sarcoid Myocarditis
- Sarcoidosis
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiac Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoidosis of the Heart Muscle
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8685: Sarcoid myocarditis
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does Dr. Houston perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Houston performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Houston. 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:
- Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
- CPET
- Cardio-respiratory fitness test
- VO2 max test
- Exercise stress test with gas exchange
CPT Codes:
- 94621: Cardiopulmonary exercise testing, including measurements of minute ventilation, CO2 production, O2 uptake, and electrocardiographic recordings
Does Dr. Houston accept my insurance?
Dr. Houston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houston accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Houston in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Marine Engineers Benefits Association
Medicare
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Houston's office located?
What is Dr. Houston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700043882.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houston
What is Dr. Brian Houston's specialty?
Dr. Houston is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Charleston, SC. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Houston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Houston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houston is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Brian Houston accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Houston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Houston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houston's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Houston?
Please contact Dr. Houston's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Houston have?
Dr. Brian Houston is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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