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Who is Dr. Vlismas, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Peter Vlismas, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vlismas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vlismas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlismas’s office at (847) 259-3232.
What languages does Dr. Vlismas speak?
Dr. Vlismas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Vlismas typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Vlismas 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. Vlismas. 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:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
- Localized Amyloidosis
- Amyloid Deposit in Organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Vlismas typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Vlismas 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
Please contact Dr. Vlismas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vlismas accept my insurance?
Dr. Vlismas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 259-3232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vlismas accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Vlismas in Hartford, CT 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vlismas' office located?
What is Dr. Vlismas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vlismas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720491384.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlismas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vlismas
What is Dr. Peter Vlismas's specialty?
Dr. Vlismas is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Hartford, CT.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Peter Vlismas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vlismas is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Griffin Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, William W. Backus Hospital, Uconn John Dempsey Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford 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 Peter Vlismas accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Peter Vlismas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Vlismas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vlismas's office at (847) 259-3232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Vlismas?
Please contact Dr. Vlismas's office at (847) 259-3232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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