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Dr. Peter Fail, MD

Dr. Peter Fail, MD

Houma, LA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fail, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Houma, LA?

    Dr. Peter Fail, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houma, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Fail graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), Cardiovascular Diseases; Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), Internal Medicine. Dr. Fail is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fail’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fail’s office at (985) 876-0300.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fail?

    Dr. Peter Fail, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fail empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Catheterization, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houma/LA community, Dr. Fail is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Fail go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), Cardiovascular Diseases; Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), Internal Medicine | LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fail speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Fail treat?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Fail 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. Fail. 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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Heart Valve Replacement
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial Heart Valve
    • Valve Prosthesis
    • Heart Valve Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z954: Presence of other heart-valve replacement

    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:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Fail perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Peter Fail may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fail's office.

    Does Dr. Fail accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fail accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 876-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fail accept in Houma, LA?

    Dr. Fail in Houma, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fail's office located?

    Dr. Peter Fail's Primary Practice

    225 Dunn St

    Houma, LA 70360

    (985) 876-0300

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    Dr. Peter Fail's Practice 2

    8166 Main St

    Houma, LA 70360

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

    Dr. Fail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437156429.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fail?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Fail's specialty?

    Dr. Fail is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Houma, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Fail to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Fail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fail is affiliated with Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Explore Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist with 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 Peter Fail accepting new patients in Houma, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Fail is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Fail offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fail's office at (985) 876-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Fail?

    Please contact Dr. Fail's office at (985) 876-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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