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Who is Dr. Driggin, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Bethpage, NY?
Dr. Elissa Driggin, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bethpage, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Driggin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Driggin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Driggin’s office at (212) 305-6262.
What languages does Dr. Driggin speak?
Dr. Driggin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Driggin typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Driggin 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. Driggin. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Driggin typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elissa Driggin 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
Please contact Dr. Driggin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Driggin accept my insurance?
Dr. Driggin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-6262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Driggin accept in Bethpage, NY?
Dr. Driggin in Bethpage, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Driggin's office located?
Dr. Elissa Driggin's Primary Practice
15 Grumman Rd W Ste 1400
Bethpage, NY 11714
(212) 305-6262
What is Dr. Driggin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Driggin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275066128.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Driggin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Driggin
What is Dr. Elissa Driggin's specialty?
Dr. Driggin is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Bethpage, NY.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Elissa Driggin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Driggin is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester, Hackensack University 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 Elissa Driggin accepting new patients in Bethpage, NY?
Yes, Dr. Elissa Driggin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elissa Driggin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Driggin's office at (212) 305-6262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elissa Driggin?
Please contact Dr. Driggin's office at (212) 305-6262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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