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Dr. Corey Foster, MD
Lake Charles, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foster, Cardiologist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Corey Foster, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office at (337) 436-3813.
What languages does Dr. Foster speak?
Dr. Foster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Foster treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Foster 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. Foster. 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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Other Specific Reasons
- Health Screening
- Specific Reason Medical Check-up
- Observation for Specific Concerns
- Targeted Health Evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0489: Encounter for examination and observation for other specified reasons
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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
Which procedures does Dr. Foster perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Corey Foster may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Foster's office.
Does Dr. Foster accept my insurance?
Dr. Foster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 436-3813 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Foster in Lake Charles, 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
Dr. Corey Foster's Primary Practice
501 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-3813
What is Dr. Foster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669693867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foster
What is Dr. Corey Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Cardiologist near Lake Charles, LA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Foster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Corey Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Corey Foster accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Corey Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Corey Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (337) 436-3813 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Corey Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (337) 436-3813 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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