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Dr. Joseph Aragon, MD

Dr. Joseph Aragon, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aragon, Interventional Cardiologist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Aragon, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Aragon graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Aragon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aragon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aragon’s office at (805) 681-1761.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aragon?

    Dr. Joseph Aragon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist 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. Aragon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara/CA community, Dr. Aragon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Aragon go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Aragon speak?

    Dr. Aragon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Aragon treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Aragon 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. Aragon. 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
    • 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Blood Clot in Heart Artery (No Heart Attack)
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Acute Coronary Thrombosis
    • Coronary Thrombosis without MI
    • Sudden Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I240: Acute coronary thrombosis not resulting in myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Sudden heart failure
    • Acute congestive heart failure
    • Sudden cardiac decompensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5041: Acute combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
    • Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
    • Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
    • I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Aragon perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Aragon may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aragon's office.

    Does Dr. Aragon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aragon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-1761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aragon accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Aragon in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Santa Barbara Select IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Aragon's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Aragon's Primary Practice

    2400 Bath St Ste 102

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

    (805) 681-1761

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    Dr. Joseph Aragon's Practice 2

    2320 Calle Real

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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    Dr. Joseph Aragon's Practice 3

    317 W Pueblo St

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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    What is Dr. Aragon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Aragon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023122587.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aragon?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aragon

    What is Dr. Joseph Aragon's specialty?

    Dr. Aragon is a Interventional Cardiologist near Santa Barbara, CA. 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. Aragon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Aragon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aragon is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage 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. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?

    Explore Interventional Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joseph Aragon accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Aragon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Aragon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aragon's office at (805) 681-1761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Aragon?

    Please contact Dr. Aragon's office at (805) 681-1761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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