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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Budge, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Billings, MT?
Dr. Loren Budge, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Billings, MT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Budge is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Budge’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Budge’s office at (406) 238-2000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Budge?
Dr. Loren Budge, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Budge empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Catheter Ablation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Billings, MT community, Dr. Budge is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Budge board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Loren Budge, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Budge speak?
Dr. Budge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Budge typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Budge 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. Budge. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- AV Block
- Arrhythmia
- Atrioventricular block
- Heart conduction block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4430: Unspecified atrioventricular block
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Budge typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Loren Budge 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
Please contact Dr. Budge's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Budge accept my insurance?
Dr. Budge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 238-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Budge accept in Billings, MT?
Dr. Budge in Billings, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
PacificSource
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Where is Dr. Budge's office located?
What is Dr. Budge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Budge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942414594.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Budge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Budge
What is Dr. Loren Budge's specialty?
Dr. Budge is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Billings, MT.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Loren Budge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Budge is affiliated with Billings Clinic 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Loren Budge accepting new patients in Billings, MT?
Yes, Dr. Loren Budge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Loren Budge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Budge's office at (406) 238-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Loren Budge?
Please contact Dr. Budge's office at (406) 238-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Loren Budge have?
Dr. Loren Budge is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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