Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azpurua, Interventional Cardiologist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Federico Azpurua, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Azpurua completed his residency at Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Azpurua is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azpurua’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azpurua’s office at (956) 630-5522.
Where did Dr. Azpurua go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tufts University School of Medicine
Medical School: Universidad Central De Venezuela
Is Dr. Azpurua board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Federico Azpurua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Azpurua speak?
Dr. Azpurua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Azpurua treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Azpurua 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. Azpurua. 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:
- 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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does Dr. Azpurua perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Azpurua 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. Azpurua. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
- IABP Placement
- Percutaneous Balloon Pump
- Heart Assist Device Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Removal of Heart Assist Balloon
- Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Removal
- Percutaneous IABP Removal
- Heart Balloon Device Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 33968: Removal of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
- Percutaneous VAD Insertion
- Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Heart Support Device Placement
- Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Does Dr. Azpurua accept my insurance?
Dr. Azpurua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 630-5522 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azpurua accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Azpurua in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bath Iron Works
Centene
Community Care Plan
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Azpurua's office located?
Dr. Federico Azpurua's Primary Practice
500 E Ridge Rd Ste 300
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 630-5522
What is Dr. Azpurua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azpurua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417116500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azpurua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azpurua
What is Dr. Federico Azpurua's specialty?
Dr. Azpurua is a Interventional Cardiologist near McAllen, TX. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Azpurua to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Federico Azpurua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azpurua is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center, DHR Health, Mission Regional Medical Center 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 Federico Azpurua accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Federico Azpurua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Federico Azpurua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azpurua's office at (956) 630-5522 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Federico Azpurua?
Please contact Dr. Azpurua's office at (956) 630-5522 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Federico Azpurua have?
Dr. Federico Azpurua is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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