Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hook, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Bruce Hook, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, NH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hook is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hook’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hook’s office at (603) 433-5300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hook?
Dr. Bruce Hook, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hook empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Atrial Fibrillation, Catheter Ablation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Syncope, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portsmouth/NH community, Dr. Hook is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hook go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Hook speak?
Dr. Hook and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hook treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Hook 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. Hook. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Complete Heart Block
- Atrial Flutter
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Familial atrial fibrillation
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I483: Typical atrial flutter
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
- Chronic AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Left Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- LBBB
- Heart conduction delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- I447: Left bundle-branch block, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hook perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Hook 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hook's office.
Does Dr. Hook accept my insurance?
Dr. Hook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 433-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hook accept in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Hook in Portsmouth, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Martin's Point
Medicare
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Hook's office located?
Dr. Bruce Hook's Primary Practice
333 Borthwick Ave Ste 401
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 433-5300
What is Dr. Hook's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366533028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hook?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hook
What is Dr. Bruce Hook's specialty?
Dr. Hook is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Portsmouth, NH. 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. Contact Dr. Hook to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruce Hook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hook is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center 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 Bruce Hook accepting new patients in Portsmouth, NH?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Hook is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Hook offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hook's office at (603) 433-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Hook?
Please contact Dr. Hook's office at (603) 433-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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