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Dr. Kelly Axsom, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Axsom, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Kelly Axsom, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Axsom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Axsom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axsom’s office at (212) 305-4600.

    Is Dr. Axsom board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Axsom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Axsom speak?

    Dr. Axsom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Axsom typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Axsom 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. Axsom. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Axsom typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelly Axsom may include:

    Please contact Dr. Axsom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Axsom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Axsom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Axsom accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Axsom in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Axsom's office located?

    Dr. Kelly Axsom's Primary Practice

    1150 Saint Nicholas Ave

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 305-4600

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    Dr. Kelly Axsom's Practice 2

    622 W 168th St

    New York, NY 10032

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    What is Dr. Axsom's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Axsom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841459997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axsom?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Axsom

    What is Dr. Kelly Axsom's specialty?

    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 Dr. Kelly Axsom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Axsom is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester 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

    When to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kelly Axsom accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Axsom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelly Axsom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Axsom's office at (212) 305-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Axsom?

    Please contact Dr. Axsom's office at (212) 305-4600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Axsom's office located?

    Dr. Axsom's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kelly Axsom have?

    Dr. Kelly Axsom is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.