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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carpenter, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Augusta, ME?
Dr. Charles Carpenter, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Carpenter is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carpenter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carpenter’s office at (207) 885-9905.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Carpenter?
Dr. Charles Carpenter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Carpenter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Catheterization, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Augusta, ME community, Dr. Carpenter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Carpenter speak?
Dr. Carpenter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Carpenter typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Carpenter 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. Carpenter. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Carpenter typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Carpenter 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. Carpenter. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
- Heart Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
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:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Does Dr. Carpenter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carpenter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 885-9905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carpenter accept in Augusta, ME?
Dr. Carpenter in Augusta, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carpenter's office located?
Dr. Charles Carpenter's Primary Practice
35 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 101
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 885-9905
What is Dr. Carpenter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carpenter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477598431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carpenter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carpenter
What is Dr. Charles Carpenter's specialty?
Dr. Carpenter is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Augusta, ME.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Charles Carpenter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carpenter is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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
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Is Charles Carpenter accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?
Yes, Dr. Charles Carpenter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Carpenter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carpenter's office at (207) 885-9905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Carpenter?
Please contact Dr. Carpenter's office at (207) 885-9905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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