Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Escalante, Interventional Cardiologist in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Jose Escalante, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Escalante graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Raritan Bay Med Center. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF INTERNAL MEDICINE AND INTERVENTION, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY, and AMERICAN CARDIOLOGY SOCIETY OF CARDIAC ANDIOGRAPH. Dr. Escalante is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escalante’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escalante’s office at (305) 836-1997.
Where did Dr. Escalante go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mt. Sinai Medical Center
Residency: Raritan Bay Med Center | Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida | Raritan Bay Medical Center | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Escalante board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Escalante, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Escalante speak?
Dr. Escalante and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Escalante treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Escalante 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. Escalante. 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 Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Escalante perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jose Escalante may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Escalante's office.
Does Dr. Escalante accept my insurance?
Dr. Escalante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 836-1997 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escalante accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Escalante in Hialeah, FL 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
SOLIS Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Escalante's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF INTERNAL MEDICINE AND INTERVENTION
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY
Fellow
AMERICAN CARDIOLOGY SOCIETY OF CARDIAC ANDIOGRAPH
Member
What is Dr. Escalante's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escalante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104929025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escalante?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escalante
What is Dr. Jose Escalante's specialty?
Dr. Escalante is a Interventional Cardiologist near Hialeah, FL. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Escalante to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jose Escalante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Escalante is affiliated with Hialeah 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Jose Escalante accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Escalante is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Escalante offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escalante's office at (305) 836-1997 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Escalante?
Please contact Dr. Escalante's office at (305) 836-1997 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Escalante have?
Dr. Jose Escalante is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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