Who is Dr. El Masry, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Hicham El Masry, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ. He is board certified.
Dr. El Masry is fluent in English, Hindi, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Masry’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Masry’s office at (480) 301-8000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. El Masry?
Dr. Hicham El Masry, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist 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. El Masry empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Defibrillators, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Scottsdale/AZ community, Dr. El Masry is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. El Masry board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hicham El Masry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Masry speak?
Dr. El Masry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Russian
What conditions does Dr. El Masry treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. El Masry 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. El Masry. 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:
Atrial Fibrillation
Premature Ventricular Contractions
Slow Heart Rate
Heart Palpitations
Atrial Flutter
Fast Heartbeat
First-Degree Heart Block
Arrhythmia
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm
PVCs
Ventricular Ectopic Beats
Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
Bradycardia
Slow Pulse
Low Heart Rate
Skipped Heartbeat
Fluttering Heart
Pounding Heart
A-flutter
Heart flutter
Rapid atrial rhythm
Tachycardia
Rapid heart rate
Racing heart
First-Degree AV Block
Mild Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
R002: Palpitations
I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
Also known as:
Having a Pacemaker
Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
Heart pacemaker
Artificial pacemaker
Implanted heart device
ICD implant
Automatic defibrillator
Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
Pacemaker Battery Check
Other Pacemaker Part Management
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
Pacemaker Battery Testing
Cardiac Pacing Device Check
Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
Pacemaker Component Care
Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
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:
Implantable Defibrillator Management
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
AICD Management
Defibrillator Adjustment
ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
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:
Ischemic Stroke
Brain Attack
Cerebral Infarction
Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
I639: Cerebral infarction, 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
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
Also known as:
Other Heart Device Management
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
Implantable Defibrillator Management
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
What procedures does Dr. El Masry perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. El Masry 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. El Masry. 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:
Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
LV Lead Insertion
Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Implantable Defibrillator Placement
ICD insertion
Permanent defibrillator implant
Heart defibrillator replacement
Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
Pacemaker Generator Exchange
Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
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
Dr. El Masry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 301-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Masry accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. El Masry in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. El Masry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Masry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205097110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Masry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Masry
What is Dr. Hicham El Masry's specialty?
Dr. El Masry is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Scottsdale, AZ.
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. El Masry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hicham El Masry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Masry is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. 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.
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Is Hicham El Masry accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Hicham El Masry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hicham El Masry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Masry's office at (480) 301-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hicham El Masry?
Please contact Dr. El Masry's office at (480) 301-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hicham El Masry have?
Dr. Hicham El Masry is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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