27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Munoz, Cardiologist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Oscar Munoz, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Munoz graduated from Pontifical Bolivarian University and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Interventional Cardiology; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Internal Medicine. Dr. Munoz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munoz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munoz’s office.
Where did Dr. Munoz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Interventional Cardiology; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University Pontificia Bolivariana- Fac De Med- Medellin- Colombia | Pontifical Bolivarian University | Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Munoz board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Munoz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Munoz speak?
Dr. Munoz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Munoz typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Munoz 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. Munoz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Munoz typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Munoz 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. Munoz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Additional Vessel)
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Leg Artery Repair
CPT Codes:
- 37232: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery, unilateral, each additional vessel; with transluminal angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Does Dr. Munoz accept my insurance?
Dr. Munoz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Munoz accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Munoz in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Not Specified
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Munoz's office located?
What is Dr. Munoz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Munoz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538274824.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munoz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Munoz
What is Dr. Oscar Munoz's specialty?
Dr. Munoz is a Cardiologist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Oscar Munoz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Munoz is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Oscar Munoz accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Munoz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oscar Munoz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Munoz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oscar Munoz?
Please contact Dr. Munoz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oscar Munoz have?
Dr. Oscar Munoz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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