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Who is Dr. Zielonka, Pediatric Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Benjamin Zielonka, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Zielonka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zielonka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zielonka’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Zielonka speak?
Dr. Zielonka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Zielonka typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Zielonka 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. Zielonka. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
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
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:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Zielonka typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Zielonka 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
Please contact Dr. Zielonka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zielonka accept my insurance?
Dr. Zielonka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zielonka accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Zielonka in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zielonka's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Zielonka's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-6000
What is Dr. Zielonka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zielonka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003310285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zielonka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zielonka
What is Dr. Benjamin Zielonka's specialty?
Dr. Zielonka is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Zielonka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zielonka is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Cardiologist. Explore 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 Benjamin Zielonka accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Zielonka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Zielonka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zielonka's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Zielonka?
Please contact Dr. Zielonka's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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