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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krause, Cardiologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Albert Krause, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Krause completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krause is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krause’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krause’s office at (318) 798-9400.
Where did Dr. Krause go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La
Is Dr. Krause board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Albert Krause, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krause speak?
Dr. Krause and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Krause typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Krause 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. Krause. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Krause typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Albert Krause 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
Please contact Dr. Krause's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krause accept my insurance?
Dr. Krause accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 798-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krause accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Krause in Shreveport, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fox Everett
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krause's office located?
Dr. Albert Krause's Primary Practice
1453 E Bert Kouns Ind Loop Ste 112
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 798-9400
What is Dr. Krause's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krause's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093715591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krause?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krause
What is Dr. Albert Krause's specialty?
Dr. Krause is a Cardiologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Albert Krause affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krause is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Albert Krause accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Albert Krause is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Krause offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krause's office at (318) 798-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Krause?
Please contact Dr. Krause's office at (318) 798-9400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Albert Krause have?
Dr. Albert Krause is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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