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Dr. Darrin Breaux, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Breaux, Cardiologist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Darrin Breaux, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Breaux graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Breaux is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Breaux’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Breaux’s office at (225) 769-0933.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | La State University School Of Med | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Breaux board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Darrin Breaux, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Breaux speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Breaux treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Breaux 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. Breaux. 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:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Arrhythmia
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Right Bundle Branch Block
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • RBBB
    • Right Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Which procedures does Dr. Breaux perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Darrin Breaux may include:

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

    Does Dr. Breaux accept my insurance?

    Dr. Breaux accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-0933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Breaux accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Breaux in Baton Rouge, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Breaux's office located?

    Dr. Darrin Breaux's Primary Practice

    5231 Brittany Dr

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 769-0933

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    Dr. Darrin Breaux's Practice 2

    1731 Lutcher Ave

    Lutcher, LA 70071

    (225) 769-0933

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    Dr. Darrin Breaux's Practice 3

    8888 Summa Ave

    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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

    Dr. Breaux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902807167.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Breaux?

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

    What is Dr. Darrin Breaux's specialty?

    Dr. Breaux is a Cardiologist near Baton Rouge, 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. Breaux to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Darrin Breaux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Breaux is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Woman's 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Darrin Breaux accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Darrin Breaux is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darrin Breaux offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Breaux's office at (225) 769-0933 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Darrin Breaux?

    Please contact Dr. Breaux's office at (225) 769-0933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darrin Breaux have?

    Dr. Darrin Breaux is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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