30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stafford, Cardiologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Paul Stafford, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Stafford completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Stafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stafford’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stafford’s office at (318) 212-3858.
Where did Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Stafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stafford speak?
Dr. Stafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Stafford treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford. 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
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does Dr. Stafford perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford. 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:
- 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:
- Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
- Heart Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular
Also known as:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
Does Dr. Stafford accept my insurance?
Dr. Stafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stafford accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Stafford 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?
Dr. Paul Stafford's Primary Practice
1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 210
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 212-3858
What is Dr. Stafford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396735759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stafford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stafford
What is Dr. Paul Stafford's specialty?
Dr. Stafford is a Cardiologist near Shreveport, 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. Stafford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Stafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stafford is affiliated with CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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 Paul Stafford accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Stafford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Stafford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (318) 212-3858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Stafford?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (318) 212-3858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Stafford have?
Dr. Paul Stafford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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