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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Britten, Cardiologist in Natchitoches, LA?
Dr. Dennis Britten, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Natchitoches, LA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Britten graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Britten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Britten’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Britten’s office at (318) 214-4550.
Where did Dr. Britten go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Britten speak?
Dr. Britten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Britten treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Britten 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. Britten. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45998: Other asthma
Which procedures does Dr. Britten perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dennis Britten 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Britten's office.
Does Dr. Britten accept my insurance?
Dr. Britten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 214-4550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Britten accept in Natchitoches, LA?
Dr. Britten in Natchitoches, 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
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Britten's office located?
Dr. Dennis Britten's Primary Practice
501 Keyser Ave
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 214-4550
What is Dr. Britten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Britten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982640876.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Britten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Britten
What is Dr. Dennis Britten's specialty?
Dr. Britten is a Cardiologist near Natchitoches, LA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Britten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dennis Britten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Britten is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical 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 Dennis Britten accepting new patients in Natchitoches, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Britten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Britten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Britten's office at (318) 214-4550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis Britten?
Please contact Dr. Britten's office at (318) 214-4550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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