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Who is Dr. Haq, Thoracic Surgeon in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Safi Haq, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Haq is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Haq’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Haq’s office.
What languages does Dr. Haq speak?
Dr. Haq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Haq treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Haq 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. Haq. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Other Mediastinum Disorder
- Various mediastinal diseases
- Unspecified chest cavity problems
- Other conditions of the mediastinum
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Haq perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Safi Haq may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Haq's office.
Does Dr. Haq accept my insurance?
Dr. Haq 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. Haq accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Haq in Lafayette, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Haq's office located?
What is Dr. Haq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Haq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144662651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Haq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Haq
What is Dr. Safi Haq's specialty?
Dr. Haq is a Thoracic Surgeon near Lafayette, LA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Haq to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Safi Haq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Haq is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Our Lady Of Lourdes Heart Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Safi Haq accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Safi Haq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Safi Haq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Haq's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Safi Haq?
Please contact Dr. Haq's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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