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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faul, Internist in Abbeville, LA?
Dr. Rick Faul, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Abbeville, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Faul is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faul’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faul’s office at (337) 937-5944.
What languages does Dr. Faul speak?
Dr. Faul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Faul typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Faul 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. Faul. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Faul typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Faul 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. Faul. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Faul accept my insurance?
Dr. Faul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 937-5944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faul accept in Abbeville, LA?
Dr. Faul in Abbeville, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Faul's office located?
What is Dr. Faul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861855371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faul
What is Dr. Rick Faul's specialty?
Dr. Faul is a Internist near Abbeville, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Rick Faul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faul is affiliated with Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Iberia Medical Center 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 Rick Faul accepting new patients in Abbeville, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rick Faul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rick Faul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faul's office at (337) 937-5944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rick Faul?
Please contact Dr. Faul's office at (337) 937-5944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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