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Dr. Darko Vucicevic, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vucicevic, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Darko Vucicevic, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vucicevic graduated from University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program. Dr. Vucicevic is fluent in English, Croatian, Serbian, and Tibetan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vucicevic’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vucicevic’s office at (732) 240-7679.
Where did Dr. Vucicevic go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Vucicevic board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Darko Vucicevic, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vucicevic speak?
Dr. Vucicevic and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
Serbian
Tibetan
What conditions does Dr. Vucicevic treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Vucicevic 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. Vucicevic. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Vucicevic perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Vucicevic 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. Vucicevic. 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:
- Daily ECMO Management (Veno-Arterial)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Management
- Veno-Arterial ECMO Care
- ECMO Daily Physician Management
CPT Codes:
- 33949: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-arterial
Does Dr. Vucicevic accept my insurance?
Dr. Vucicevic accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 240-7679 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vucicevic accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Vucicevic in Santa Monica, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
FirstMerit Corporation
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vucicevic's office located?
Dr. Darko Vucicevic's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(732) 240-7679
Dr. Darko Vucicevic's Practice 2
100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 630
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 825-9011
What is Dr. Vucicevic's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vucicevic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134396591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vucicevic?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vucicevic
What is Dr. Darko Vucicevic's specialty?
Dr. Vucicevic is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Vucicevic to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Darko Vucicevic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vucicevic is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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
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Is Darko Vucicevic accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darko Vucicevic is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darko Vucicevic offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vucicevic's office at (732) 240-7679 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darko Vucicevic?
Please contact Dr. Vucicevic's office at (732) 240-7679 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darko Vucicevic have?
Dr. Darko Vucicevic is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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