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Dr. Phillip Smith, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Phillip Smith, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (225) 308-0247.
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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
Also known as:
- Other Forms of Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Other Angina Pectoris
- Atypical Angina
- Variant Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2089: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
- Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
- Heart pressure sensor placement
- PA pressure sensor implantation
- Cardiovascular monitoring device
CPT Codes:
- 33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 308-0247 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Smith in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Phillip Smith's Primary Practice
8401 Picardy Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 308-0247
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851787469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Phillip Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Phillip Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Abbeville General Hospital, Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus 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
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Is Phillip Smith accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (225) 308-0247 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (225) 308-0247 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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