Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Olex, Cardiologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Stephen Olex, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Olex is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olex’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olex’s office.
What languages does Dr. Olex speak?
Dr. Olex and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Olex typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Olex 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. Olex. 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:
- 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Olex typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Olex 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. Olex's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Olex accept my insurance?
Dr. Olex 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. Olex accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Olex in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Olex's office located?
What is Dr. Olex's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olex's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013114461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olex?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olex
What is Dr. Stephen Olex's specialty?
Dr. Olex is a Cardiologist near Allentown, PA.
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. Stephen Olex affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Olex is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Stephen Olex accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Olex is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Olex offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olex's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Olex?
Please contact Dr. Olex's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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