Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Collins, Cardiologist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Laura Collins, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Collins completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Collins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (214) 645-8000.
Where did Dr. Collins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
What languages does Dr. Collins speak?
Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Collins treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Leaky pulmonary valve
- Pulmonary regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I371: Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Electrolyte Disorder
- Fluid Balance Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Collins perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Collins may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Collins' office.
Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Collins in Fort Worth, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Collins' office located?
Dr. Laura Collins' Primary Practice
400 W Magnolia Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(214) 645-8000
What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467417279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins
What is Dr. Laura Collins's specialty?
Dr. Collins is a Cardiologist near Fort Worth, 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. Collins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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 Laura Collins accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laura Collins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Collins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (214) 645-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Collins?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (214) 645-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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