36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Calkins, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Hugh Calkins, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Calkins completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Calkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calkins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calkins’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Calkins?
Dr. Hugh Calkins, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Calkins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore/MD community, Dr. Calkins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Calkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Calkins board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Calkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Calkins speak?
Dr. Calkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Calkins treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Calkins 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. Calkins. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Heart Palpitations
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Premature Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Extra heartbeats
- Heart palpitations
- Premature contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R002: Palpitations
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I4940: Unspecified premature depolarization
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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
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:
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Calkins perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hugh Calkins 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. Calkins' office.
Does Dr. Calkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Calkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Calkins accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Calkins in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Calkins' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Hugh Calkins an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Calkins has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Calkins, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Calkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Calkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710945068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Calkins
What is Dr. Hugh Calkins's specialty?
Dr. Calkins is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Baltimore, MD. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Calkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hugh Calkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Calkins is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Hugh Calkins accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Calkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugh Calkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Calkins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugh Calkins?
Please contact Dr. Calkins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hugh Calkins have?
Dr. Hugh Calkins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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