Cardiovascular Disease Doctors in South Boston, VA Accepting Medicare

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Dr. Fuad Shatila, MD Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease Medicare: Medicare Enrolled Practice Location: 2232 Willborn Ave, South Boston, VA 24592 Phone: 434-517-3705

Dr. Habib Fouad Bassil, MD Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments Practice Location: 2232 Wilborn Ave, Suite A, South Boston, VA 24592 Phone: 434-572-8977    Fax: 434-572-2510

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