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Who is Dr. Wanna, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Lacombe, LA?
Dr. Bassam Wanna, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Lacombe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wanna is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wanna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wanna’s office at (985) 893-1291.
Is Dr. Wanna board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Wanna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wanna speak?
Dr. Wanna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Wanna typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Wanna 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. Wanna. 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
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Wanna typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Wanna 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. Wanna. 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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
- Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- ICD Lead Removal
- Heart Device Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Wanna accept my insurance?
Dr. Wanna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 893-1291 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wanna accept in Lacombe, LA?
Dr. Wanna in Lacombe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Wanna's office located?
Dr. Bassam Wanna's Primary Practice
64040 Highway 434 Ste 200
Lacombe, LA 70445
(985) 893-1291
What hospitals are Dr. Wanna affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wanna has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
East Jefferson General Hospital,Metairie, LA
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University Medical Center New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
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What is Dr. Wanna's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wanna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265638639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wanna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wanna
What is Dr. Bassam Wanna's specialty?
Dr. Wanna is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Lacombe, LA.
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 Dr. Bassam Wanna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wanna is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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
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Is Dr. Bassam Wanna accepting new patients in Lacombe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Wanna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassam Wanna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wanna's office at (985) 893-1291 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bassam Wanna?
Please contact Dr. Wanna's office at (985) 893-1291 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Wanna's office located?
Dr. Wanna's offices are located in Lacombe, LA, New Orleans, LA, and Covington, LA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bassam Wanna have?
Dr. Bassam Wanna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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