Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patten, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Taunton, MA?
Dr. Richard Patten, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Taunton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patten completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patten is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patten’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patten’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Patten?
Dr. Richard Patten, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant 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. Patten empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure, Transplant Medicine-Heart, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Taunton/MA community, Dr. Patten is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Patten go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
What languages does Dr. Patten speak?
Dr. Patten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Patten treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Patten 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. Patten. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
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:
- 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
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Which procedures does Dr. Patten perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Patten 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. Patten's office.
Does Dr. Patten accept my insurance?
Dr. Patten 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. Patten accept in Taunton, MA?
Dr. Patten in Taunton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
OptumRx
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Patten's office located?
What is Dr. Patten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992813042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patten
What is Dr. Richard Patten's specialty?
Dr. Patten is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Taunton, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Patten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Patten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patten is affiliated with Boston Medical Center - Brighton, Tufts 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 Richard Patten accepting new patients in Taunton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Patten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Patten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patten's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Patten?
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