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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitts, Cardiologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. James Fitts, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA. Dr. Fitts completed his residency at Boston University Med Center. Dr. Fitts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitts’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitts’s office at (760) 346-0642.
Where did Dr. Fitts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Med Center
What languages does Dr. Fitts speak?
Dr. Fitts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fitts treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fitts 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. Fitts. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does Dr. Fitts perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fitts 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. Fitts. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Fitts accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 346-0642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitts accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Fitts in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Inland Empire
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fitts' office located?
Dr. James Fitts' Primary Practice
39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 346-0642
What is Dr. Fitts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922056134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitts
What is Dr. James Fitts's specialty?
Dr. Fitts is a Cardiologist near Rancho Mirage, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Fitts to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Fitts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitts is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Cardiologist?
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Is James Fitts accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Fitts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Fitts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitts's office at (760) 346-0642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Fitts?
Please contact Dr. Fitts's office at (760) 346-0642 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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