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Dr. Carl Fastabend, MD

Dr. Carl Fastabend, MD

Houston, TX

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fastabend, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Carl Fastabend, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fastabend completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fastabend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fastabend’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fastabend’s office at (281) 888-1464.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fastabend board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Fastabend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fastabend speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fastabend treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fastabend 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. Fastabend. 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:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Painful Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease
    • Symptomatic Varicose Veins
    • Aching Leg Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
    • I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
    • I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
    • I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
    • I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Vein Compression
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Compression Syndrome
    • Pinched Vein
    • Vein Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I871: Compression of vein

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg artery disease
    • PAD in both legs
    • Atherosclerosis of both legs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Birthmark
    • Birthmarks
    • Vascular Birthmark
    • Nevus
    • Skin Mark

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I781: Nevus, non-neoplastic

    Also known as:

    • Acute Blood Clot
    • Acute Venous Thrombosis
    • Sudden Vein Clot
    • Thromboembolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8290: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Lower limb pain
    • Leg discomfort
    • Aching leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79606: Pain in leg, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Fastabend perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carl Fastabend may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fastabend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fastabend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 888-1464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fastabend accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Fastabend in Houston, TX 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

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fastabend's office located?

    Dr. Carl Fastabend's Primary Practice

    11221 Katy Fwy Ste 115

    Houston, TX 77079

    (281) 888-1464

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    Dr. Carl Fastabend's Practice 2

    1920 Country Place Pkwy Ste 110

    Pearland, TX 77584

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    Dr. Carl Fastabend's Practice 3

    711 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 100

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

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

    Dr. Fastabend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568438984.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fastabend?

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

    What is Dr. Carl Fastabend's specialty?

    Dr. Fastabend is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. 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. Fastabend to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carl Fastabend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fastabend is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Carl Fastabend accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Fastabend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Fastabend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fastabend's office at (281) 888-1464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carl Fastabend?

    Please contact Dr. Fastabend's office at (281) 888-1464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Fastabend have?

    Dr. Carl Fastabend is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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