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Dr. Alexei Shvilkin, MD

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Cardiologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shvilkin, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Alexei Shvilkin, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shvilkin completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shvilkin is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shvilkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shvilkin’s office.

    Where did Dr. Shvilkin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine | Albert Einstein College Of Med

    • Medical School: First Moscow Sechenov Med Institute Moscow Russia

    Is Dr. Shvilkin board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexei Shvilkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shvilkin speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Shvilkin typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Shvilkin 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. Shvilkin. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiac Implants
    • Heart Devices
    • Cardiac Grafts
    • Implantable Heart Devices

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Shvilkin typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Shvilkin 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. Shvilkin. 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:

    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Does Dr. Shvilkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shvilkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shvilkin in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Shvilkin's office located?

    Dr. Alexei Shvilkin's Primary Practice

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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    Dr. Alexei Shvilkin's Practice 2

    70 Pleasant St

    South Weymouth, MA 02190

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    Dr. Alexei Shvilkin's Practice 3

    55 Fogg Rd

    Weymouth, MA 02190

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

    Dr. Shvilkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336107390.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shvilkin?

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

    What is Dr. Alexei Shvilkin's specialty?

    Dr. Shvilkin is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is Dr. Alexei Shvilkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shvilkin is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham 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 Dr. Alexei Shvilkin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexei Shvilkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexei Shvilkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shvilkin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexei Shvilkin?

    Please contact Dr. Shvilkin's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shvilkin's office located?

    Dr. Shvilkin's offices are located in Boston, MA, South Weymouth, MA, and Weymouth, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexei Shvilkin have?

    Dr. Alexei Shvilkin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.