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Dr. James Fairlamb, MD

Dr. James Fairlamb, MD

Columbia, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fairlamb, Cardiologist in Columbia, MO?

    Dr. James Fairlamb, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fairlamb graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences. Dr. Fairlamb is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fairlamb’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fairlamb’s office at (573) 256-7700.

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

    • Medical School: University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Fairlamb board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Fairlamb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fairlamb speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fairlamb treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fairlamb 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. Fairlamb. 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:

    • 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
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiac Implants
    • Heart Devices
    • Cardiac Grafts
    • Implantable Heart Devices

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
    • Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
    • Leaky Tricuspid Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
    • Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
    • I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    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:

    • 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Fairlamb perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Fairlamb may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fairlamb accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fairlamb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 256-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fairlamb accept in Columbia, MO?

    Dr. Fairlamb in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fairlamb's office located?

    Dr. James Fairlamb's Primary Practice

    1605 E Broadway Ste 300

    Columbia, MO 65201

    (573) 256-7700

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

    Dr. Fairlamb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326029745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fairlamb?

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

    What is Dr. James Fairlamb's specialty?

    Dr. Fairlamb is a Cardiologist near Columbia, MO. 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. Fairlamb to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Fairlamb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fairlamb is affiliated with Fitzgibbon Hospital, Lake Regional Health System 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?

    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 James Fairlamb accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?

    Yes, Dr. James Fairlamb is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Fairlamb offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fairlamb's office at (573) 256-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Fairlamb?

    Please contact Dr. Fairlamb's office at (573) 256-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Fairlamb have?

    Dr. James Fairlamb is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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