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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. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Foster typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- 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:
- 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
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Foster typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Foster 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Respiratory Flow Volume Loop Test
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Lung Function Tests
- Flow-volume loop
- Pulmonary function test
- Spirometry with flow-volume loop
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
CPT Codes:
- 94375: Respiratory flow volume loop
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
- Coronary lithotripsy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Heart artery calcification treatment
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
CPT Codes:
- 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Stent Placement
- Femoral Artery Stenting
- Popliteal Artery Stenting
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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 Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Corey Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area 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
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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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