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Dr. John Lawrence, MD

Lafayette, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lawrence, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. John Lawrence, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lawrence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawrence’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawrence’s office at (337) 988-1585.

    What languages does Dr. Lawrence speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Lawrence typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Lawrence typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
    • Heart artery shockwave therapy
    • Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
    • Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
    • Coronary artery calcification treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Lawrence accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawrence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 988-1585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawrence accept in Lafayette, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lawrence's office located?

    Dr. John Lawrence's Primary Practice

    2730 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy

    Lafayette, LA 70506

    (337) 988-1585

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    Dr. John Lawrence's Practice 2

    1305 Crowley Rayne Hwy

    Crowley, LA 70526

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    Dr. John Lawrence's Practice 3

    1214 Coolidge Blvd

    Lafayette, LA 70503

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

    Dr. Lawrence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114345014.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawrence?

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

    What is Dr. John Lawrence's specialty?

    Dr. Lawrence is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Lafayette, LA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is this Dr. John Lawrence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Iberia Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial 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 John Lawrence accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. John Lawrence is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Lawrence offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (337) 988-1585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Lawrence?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (337) 988-1585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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