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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Winston, Cardiologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Brion Winston, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Winston is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Winston’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Winston’s office at (518) 292-6000.
Is Dr. Winston board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brion Winston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Winston speak?
Dr. Winston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Winston treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Winston 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. Winston. 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 Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- 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:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Test Result
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Finding
- Heart Function Test Abnormalities
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9430: Abnormal result of cardiovascular function study, unspecified
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Coronary Angioplasty History
- Angioplasty
- Heart Angioplasty
- Coronary Artery Angioplasty
- Had Heart Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9861: Coronary angioplasty status
Also known as:
- Tobacco Cessation Counseling
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Quitting tobacco support
- Nicotine addiction counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling
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
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Winston perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brion Winston 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. Winston's office.
Does Dr. Winston accept my insurance?
Dr. Winston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 292-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Winston accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Winston in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Winston's office located?
What is Dr. Winston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Winston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932201159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Winston
What is Dr. Brion Winston's specialty?
Dr. Winston is a Cardiologist near Albany, NY. 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. Winston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brion Winston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Winston is affiliated with Albany Medical Center 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 Brion Winston accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brion Winston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brion Winston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Winston's office at (518) 292-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brion Winston?
Please contact Dr. Winston's office at (518) 292-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brion Winston have?
Dr. Brion Winston is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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