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Dr. Paul Garrett, MD

Dr. Paul Garrett, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Paul Garrett, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garrett graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Cardiovascular Diseases; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garrett is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garrett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garrett’s office at (225) 767-3900.

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

    • Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Cardiovascular Diseases; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Garrett board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Garrett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garrett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Garrett treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Garrett 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. Garrett. 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
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain
    • 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:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Abnormal cardiac scan
    • Unusual heart test results
    • Abnormal coronary imaging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Garrett perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Garrett may include:

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

    Does Dr. Garrett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garrett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 767-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Garrett 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)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garrett's office located?

    Dr. Paul Garrett's Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 1000

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 767-3900

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    Dr. Paul Garrett's Practice 2

    433 Plaza St

    Bogalusa, LA 70427

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    Dr. Paul Garrett's Practice 3

    2647 S Saint Elizabeth Blvd Ste 300

    Gonzales, LA 70737

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

    Dr. Garrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639160823.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garrett?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Garrett's specialty?

    Dr. Garrett 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. Garrett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Garrett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garrett is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paul Garrett accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    No, Dr. Paul Garrett is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Garrett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (225) 767-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Garrett?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (225) 767-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Garrett have?

    Dr. Paul Garrett is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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