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Dr. Brett Goodwin, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Goodwin, Interventional Cardiologist in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Brett Goodwin, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Goodwin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goodwin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goodwin’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Goodwin speak?

    Dr. Goodwin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Goodwin typically treat?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Goodwin 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. Goodwin. 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:

    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Goodwin typically perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brett Goodwin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Goodwin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Goodwin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Goodwin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Goodwin accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Goodwin in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Goodwin's office located?

    Dr. Brett Goodwin's Primary Practice

    600 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

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    Dr. Brett Goodwin's Practice 2

    301 W Fertitta Blvd Ste 4

    Leesville, LA 71446

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    Dr. Brett Goodwin's Practice 3

    501 Shirley St

    Deridder, LA 70634

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    What is Dr. Goodwin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Goodwin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235457870.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goodwin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goodwin

    What is Dr. Brett Goodwin's specialty?

    Dr. Goodwin is an Interventional Cardiologist near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.

    Is Dr. Brett Goodwin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Goodwin is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, West Calcasieu Cameron 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Brett Goodwin accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Goodwin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brett Goodwin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Goodwin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brett Goodwin?

    Please contact Dr. Goodwin's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Goodwin's office located?

    Dr. Goodwin's offices are located in Lake Charles, LA, Leesville, LA, and Deridder, LA.