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Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tamez Aguilar, Interventional Cardiologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tamez Aguilar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamez Aguilar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamez Aguilar’s office at (617) 667-8800.

    What languages does Dr. Tamez Aguilar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tamez Aguilar treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Tamez Aguilar 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. Tamez Aguilar. 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:

    • Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Abnormal cardiac scan
    • Unusual heart test results
    • Abnormal coronary imaging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable 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
    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Heart Disease
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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. Tamez Aguilar perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tamez Aguilar's office.

    Does Dr. Tamez Aguilar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tamez Aguilar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tamez Aguilar accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Tamez Aguilar in Boston, 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

    • CommunityCare

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Network Health

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

    • Tufts Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Tamez Aguilar's office located?

    Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar's Primary Practice

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

    (617) 667-8800

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    Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar's Practice 2

    185 Pilgrim Rd # 4

    Boston, MA 02215

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    Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar's Practice 3

    275 Sandwich St

    Plymouth, MA 02360

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

    Dr. Tamez Aguilar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609048909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamez Aguilar?

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

    What is Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar's specialty?

    Dr. Tamez Aguilar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Boston, MA. 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. Tamez Aguilar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tamez Aguilar is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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

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    Is Hector Tamez Aguilar accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hector Tamez Aguilar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tamez Aguilar's office at (617) 667-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hector Tamez Aguilar?

    Please contact Dr. Tamez Aguilar's office at (617) 667-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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