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Dr. John Saxon, MD

Dr. John Saxon, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Charlottesville, VA

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. He is board certified. Dr. Saxon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxon’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Saxon typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Saxon typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Saxon's office located?

    Dr. John Saxon's Primary Practice

    1221 Lee St

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

    (816) 931-1883

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    What is Dr. Saxon's NPI number?A 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 an Interventional Cardiologist near Charlottesville, VA.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. John Saxon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saxon is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Augusta Health - Main Campus, 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

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. John Saxon?

    Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (816) 931-1883 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Saxon's office located?

    Dr. Saxon's office is located in Charlottesville, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Saxon have?

    Dr. John Saxon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.