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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Criss, Cardiologist in Melrose, MA?
Dr. David Criss, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Melrose, MA. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Criss graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Cardiovascular Diseases; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Criss is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Criss’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Criss’s office.
Where did Dr. Criss go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Cardiovascular Diseases; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Criss speak?
Dr. Criss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Criss typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Criss 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. Criss. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Criss typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Criss performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Criss. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Criss accept my insurance?
Dr. Criss 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. Criss accept in Melrose, MA?
Dr. Criss in Melrose, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Criss' office located?
What is Dr. Criss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Criss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437135779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Criss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Criss
What is Dr. David Criss's specialty?
Dr. Criss is a Cardiologist near Melrose, MA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. David Criss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Criss is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Ascension Providence Hospital - Novi Campus 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Criss accepting new patients in Melrose, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Criss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Criss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Criss's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Criss?
Please contact Dr. Criss's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Criss
50 Rowe St Ste 500
Melrose, MA 02176