Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fahrig, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Stephen Fahrig, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fahrig graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fahrig is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fahrig’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fahrig’s office at (615) 269-4545.
Where did Dr. Fahrig go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cardiology, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN USA | Cardiac Electrophysiology, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH USA
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Ohio State University Medical Center
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Fahrig board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Fahrig, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1990, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1995, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1996
What languages does Dr. Fahrig speak?
Dr. Fahrig and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fahrig treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Fahrig 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. Fahrig. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Flutter
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does Dr. Fahrig perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Fahrig 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. Fahrig. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Fahrig accept my insurance?
Dr. Fahrig accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 269-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fahrig accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Fahrig in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Humana
Medicare
Roush Industries
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Fahrig's office located?
Dr. Stephen Fahrig's Primary Practice
4230 Harding Pike Ste 330
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 269-4545
What is Dr. Fahrig's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fahrig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285627398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fahrig?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fahrig
What is Dr. Stephen Fahrig's specialty?
Dr. Fahrig is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Nashville, TN. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Fahrig to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Fahrig affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fahrig is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, TriStar Hendersonville 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 Stephen Fahrig accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Fahrig is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Fahrig offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fahrig's office at (615) 269-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Fahrig?
Please contact Dr. Fahrig's office at (615) 269-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Fahrig have?
Dr. Stephen Fahrig is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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