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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kushner, Cardiologist in Marrero, LA?
Dr. Frederick Kushner, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kushner graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Kushner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kushner’s office at (504) 349-6800.
Where did Dr. Kushner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Cardiovascular Diseases | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Kushner board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Kushner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kushner speak?
Dr. Kushner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kushner treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kushner 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. Kushner. 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
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kushner perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Frederick Kushner 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. Kushner's office.
Does Dr. Kushner accept my insurance?
Dr. Kushner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 349-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kushner accept in Marrero, LA?
Dr. Kushner in Marrero, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Kushner's office located?
Dr. Frederick Kushner's Primary Practice
1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N613
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 349-6800
What is Dr. Kushner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kushner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649236381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kushner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kushner
What is Dr. Frederick Kushner's specialty?
Dr. Kushner is a Cardiologist near Marrero, 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. Kushner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frederick Kushner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kushner is affiliated with Halifax Health Medical Center-Daytona Beach 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?
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Is Frederick Kushner accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Kushner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Kushner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kushner's office at (504) 349-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Kushner?
Please contact Dr. Kushner's office at (504) 349-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frederick Kushner have?
Dr. Frederick Kushner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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