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Who is Dr. Zepeda, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ignacio Zepeda is a Heart Failure Cardiologist. He received his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Baja California in Mexico. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He went on to complete his Cardiology fellowship at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson and completed his fellowship in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant cardiology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill-Cornell Medical Center.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Zepeda speak?
Dr. Zepeda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Zepeda typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Zepeda 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. Zepeda. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Does Dr. Zepeda accept my insurance?
Dr. Zepeda 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. Zepeda accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Zepeda in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zepeda's office located?
Center for Community Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
515 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
What is Dr. Zepeda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zepeda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093177206.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zepeda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zepeda
What is Dr. Ignacio Zepeda's specialty?
Dr. Zepeda is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Ignacio Zepeda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zepeda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist 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
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Is Ignacio Zepeda accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ignacio Zepeda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ignacio Zepeda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zepeda's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ignacio Zepeda?
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Center for Community Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
515 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215