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Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino, MD

Covington, LA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buttaci-Guarino, Interventional Cardiologist in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Buttaci-Guarino graduated from Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital Program. Dr. Buttaci-Guarino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buttaci-Guarino’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buttaci-Guarino’s office at (985) 867-2100.

    Where did Dr. Buttaci-Guarino go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Universidad De Los Andes | Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Buttaci-Guarino speak?

    Dr. Buttaci-Guarino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Buttaci-Guarino treat?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Buttaci-Guarino 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. Buttaci-Guarino. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Angina (Chest Pain)
    • Angina
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Heart-Related Chest Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does Dr. Buttaci-Guarino perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Buttaci-Guarino 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. Buttaci-Guarino. 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:

    • 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. Buttaci-Guarino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buttaci-Guarino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 867-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buttaci-Guarino accept in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Buttaci-Guarino in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buttaci-Guarino's office located?

    Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino's Primary Practice

    101 Judge Tanner Blvd Ste 300

    Covington, LA 70433

    (985) 867-2100

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    Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino's Practice 2

    21012 Highway 16

    Franklinton, LA 70438

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    Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino's Practice 3

    1900 Main St

    Franklinton, LA 70438

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

    Dr. Buttaci-Guarino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013914050.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buttaci-Guarino?

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

    What is Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino's specialty?

    Dr. Buttaci-Guarino is a Interventional Cardiologist near Covington, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Buttaci-Guarino to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buttaci-Guarino is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, North Oaks 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

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    Is Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino accepting new patients in Covington, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buttaci-Guarino's office at (985) 867-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salvatore Buttaci-Guarino?

    Please contact Dr. Buttaci-Guarino's office at (985) 867-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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