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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paixao, Cardiologist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Andre Paixao, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Paixao is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paixao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paixao’s office at (501) 664-5860.
Is Dr. Paixao board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Andre Paixao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paixao speak?
Dr. Paixao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Paixao treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Paixao 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. Paixao. 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
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
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
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Disease
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Paixao perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Andre Paixao may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paixao's office.
Does Dr. Paixao accept my insurance?
Dr. Paixao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 664-5860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paixao accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Paixao in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Custom Plans
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Municipal League
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Paixao's office located?
Dr. Andre Paixao's Primary Practice
7 Shackleford West Blvd
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 664-5860
What is Dr. Paixao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paixao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801051909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paixao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paixao
What is Dr. Andre Paixao's specialty?
Dr. Paixao is a Cardiologist near Little Rock, AR. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Paixao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andre Paixao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paixao is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Arkansas Heart Hospital - Encore 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Andre Paixao accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Andre Paixao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andre Paixao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paixao's office at (501) 664-5860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andre Paixao?
Please contact Dr. Paixao's office at (501) 664-5860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andre Paixao have?
Dr. Andre Paixao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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