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Dr. Sydney Short, MD

Dr. Sydney Short, MD

Henderson, NC

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Short, Cardiologist in Henderson, NC?

    Dr. Sydney Short, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Henderson, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Short graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bowman Gray Sch Med Afl Hs, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians and American College of Cardiology. Dr. Short is fluent in English, Chinese, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Short’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Short’s office at (252) 436-1085.

    Where did Dr. Short go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: NCBH/Wake Forest Med Center, Cardiology, NC, USA | Cardiology, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (North Carolina)

    • Residency: Bowman Gray Sch Med Afl Hs, Internal Medicine | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center | BOWMAN GRAY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

    • Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown | West Virginia University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Short board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sydney Short, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1986, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004

    What languages does Dr. Short speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Short treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Short 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. Short. 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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Unspecified Heart Condition
    • Atypical Heart Problem
    • Rare Heart Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases

    Also known as:

    • Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
    • Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases

    Which procedures does Dr. Short perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sydney Short may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Short's office.

    Does Dr. Short accept my insurance?

    Dr. Short accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 436-1085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Short accept in Henderson, NC?

    Dr. Short in Henderson, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Short's office located?

    Dr. Sydney Short's Primary Practice

    568 Ruin Creek Rd Ste 128

    Henderson, NC 27536

    (252) 436-1085

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    Dr. Sydney Short's Practice 2

    2936 N Elm St # 102

    Lumberton, NC 28358

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    Dr. Sydney Short's Practice 3

    1501 N Bickett Blvd Ste E

    Louisburg, NC 27549

    (919) 497-8380

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Physicians

    Member

    American College of Cardiology

    Member

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

    Dr. Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053411165.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Short?

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

    What is Dr. Sydney Short's specialty?

    Dr. Short is a Cardiologist near Henderson, NC. 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. Short to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sydney Short affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Short is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Sydney Short accepting new patients in Henderson, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Sydney Short is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sydney Short offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Short's office at (252) 436-1085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sydney Short?

    Please contact Dr. Short's office at (252) 436-1085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sydney Short have?

    Dr. Sydney Short is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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