Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saxon, Interventional Cardiologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. John Saxon, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saxon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxon’s office at (816) 931-1883.
Is Dr. Saxon board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Saxon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saxon speak?
Dr. Saxon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Saxon treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Saxon 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. Saxon. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
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. Saxon perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Saxon 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. Saxon. 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:
- 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:
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
- Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Additional Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair (Additional)
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Prosthesis Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 33419: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; additional prosthesis(es) during same session (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Heart Valve Replacement
- Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Implantation
- TTVI
- Percutaneous Tricuspid Valve Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 0646T: Transcatheter tricuspid valve implantation (TTVI)/replacement with prosthetic valve, percutaneous approach, including right heart catheterization, temporary pacemaker insertion, and selective right ventricular or right atrial angiography, when performed
Does Dr. Saxon accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 931-1883 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxon accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Saxon in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saxon's office located?
What is Dr. Saxon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790948271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxon
What is Dr. John Saxon's specialty?
Dr. Saxon is a Interventional Cardiologist near Charlottesville, VA. 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. Saxon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Saxon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saxon is affiliated with UVA University Hospital, Sentara RMH Medical Center, Sentara CarePlex Hospital, UVA Health Culpeper 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is John Saxon accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. John Saxon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Saxon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (816) 931-1883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Saxon?
Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (816) 931-1883 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Saxon have?
Dr. John Saxon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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