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Who is Dr. Katcher, Cardiologist in Salem, MA?
Dr. Michael Katcher, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Salem, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Katcher graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Cardiovascular Diseases; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Katcher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katcher’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katcher’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Katcher?
Dr. Michael Katcher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist 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. Katcher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Electrophysiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Salem/MA community, Dr. Katcher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Katcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Cardiovascular Diseases; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Katcher board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Katcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Katcher speak?
Dr. Katcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Katcher treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Katcher 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. Katcher. 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
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Fast Heartbeat
- Complete Heart Block
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Katcher perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Katcher 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. Katcher's office.
Does Dr. Katcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Katcher 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. Katcher accept in Salem, MA?
Dr. Katcher in Salem, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Katcher's office located?
What is Dr. Katcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417939455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katcher
What is Dr. Michael Katcher's specialty?
Dr. Katcher is a Cardiologist near Salem, MA. 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. Katcher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Katcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Katcher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salem Hospital - Salem, MA. 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
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Is Michael Katcher accepting new patients in Salem, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Katcher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Katcher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katcher's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Katcher?
Please contact Dr. Katcher's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Katcher have?
Dr. Michael Katcher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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