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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fashho, Critical Care Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Michael Fashho, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fashho is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fashho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fashho’s office.
What languages does Dr. Fashho speak?
Dr. Fashho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Fashho typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Fashho 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. Fashho. 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:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Fashho typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Fashho 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. Fashho. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Fashho accept my insurance?
Dr. Fashho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fashho accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Fashho 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fashho's office located?
What is Dr. Fashho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fashho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871810671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fashho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fashho
What is Dr. Michael Fashho's specialty?
Dr. Fashho is a Critical Care Internist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Michael Fashho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fashho is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Acadia General 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Fashho accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Fashho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Fashho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fashho's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Fashho?
Please contact Dr. Fashho's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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