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Who is Dr. Sterling, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Leroy Sterling is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sterling is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sterling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterling’s office.
Is Dr. Sterling board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Leroy Sterling is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sterling speak?
Dr. Sterling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sterling treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
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:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Sterling perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leroy Sterling 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. Sterling's office.
Does Dr. Sterling accept my insurance?
Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sterling in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Payment System (HPS)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sterling's office located?
What is Dr. Sterling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023018165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterling
What is Dr. Leroy Sterling's specialty?
Dr. Sterling is a Cardiologist near Houston, 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. Sterling to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leroy Sterling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sterling is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Leroy Sterling accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Leroy Sterling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leroy Sterling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leroy Sterling?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leroy Sterling have?
Dr. Leroy Sterling is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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