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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salvaggio, Interventional Cardiologist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Louis Salvaggio, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Salvaggio graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Salvaggio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salvaggio’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salvaggio’s office at (337) 988-1585.
Where did Dr. Salvaggio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Salvaggio board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Louis Salvaggio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salvaggio speak?
Dr. Salvaggio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Salvaggio treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Salvaggio 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. Salvaggio. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Salvaggio perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Louis Salvaggio may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salvaggio's office.
Does Dr. Salvaggio accept my insurance?
Dr. Salvaggio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 988-1585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salvaggio accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Salvaggio in Lafayette, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Salvaggio's office located?
Dr. Louis Salvaggio's Primary Practice
2730 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 988-1585
What is Dr. Salvaggio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salvaggio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609894724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salvaggio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salvaggio
What is Dr. Louis Salvaggio's specialty?
Dr. Salvaggio is a Interventional Cardiologist near Lafayette, LA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Salvaggio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Louis Salvaggio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salvaggio is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Louis Salvaggio accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Louis Salvaggio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Salvaggio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salvaggio's office at (337) 988-1585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Salvaggio?
Please contact Dr. Salvaggio's office at (337) 988-1585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Salvaggio have?
Dr. Louis Salvaggio is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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