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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. 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 as a 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:
- 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, 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
What procedures does Dr. Winston perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Winston 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. 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:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) via Arm Artery
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
- TAVR Surgery
- TAVI Procedure
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation
- Open Axillary TAVR
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
- 33363: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; open axillary artery approach
Also known as:
- Brain Clot Protection Device Placement
- Cerebral Embolic Protection Device
- Brain Embolism Prevention Device
- Transcatheter Brain Protection
CPT Codes:
- 33370: Transcatheter placement and subsequent removal of cerebral embolic protection device(s), including arterial access, catheterization, imaging, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
- IABP Placement
- Percutaneous Balloon Pump
- Heart Assist Device Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
- Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Blood Flow Restoration with Balloon Angioplasty
- Iliac Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Iliac Revascularization
- Pelvic Artery Widening
CPT Codes:
- 37220: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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)
HealthNow New York
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
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, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital 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 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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