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Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matos Santana, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Matos Santana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matos Santana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matos Santana’s office at (205) 297-9411.

    What languages does Dr. Matos Santana speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Matos Santana treat?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Matos Santana 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. Matos Santana. 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive heart failure
    • Cardiac insufficiency
    • Weak heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
    • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary Hypertension from Lung Disease
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes
    • CTEPH
    • Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
    • Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
    • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • PAH
    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs from Lung Problems
    • Hypoxic Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Lung Disease Related Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
    • I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
    • I2723: Pulmonary hypertension due to lung diseases and hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • HCM
    • Thickened Heart Muscle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

    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 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Matos Santana perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Matos Santana's office.

    Does Dr. Matos Santana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matos Santana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Matos Santana accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Matos Santana in Birmingham, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Matos Santana's office located?

    Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 297-9411

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    Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana's Practice 2

    2000 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana's Practice 3

    1900 University Blvd Bldg 311

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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

    Dr. Matos Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487020897.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matos Santana?

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

    What is Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana's specialty?

    Dr. Matos Santana is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Matos Santana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matos Santana is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Explore Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Heriberto Matos Santana accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heriberto Matos Santana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matos Santana's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Heriberto Matos Santana?

    Please contact Dr. Matos Santana's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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