28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Papapietro, Nuclear Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Nicholas Papapietro, MD is a Nuclear Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Papapietro graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers. Dr. Papapietro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papapietro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papapietro’s office at (718) 752-7280.
Where did Dr. Papapietro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cardiovascular Medicine, Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY, 1998
Residency: Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers | St Vincent's East Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Papapietro board certified in Nuclear Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Papapietro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1998, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Papapietro speak?
Dr. Papapietro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Papapietro treat?
As a Nuclear Cardiologist, Dr. Papapietro 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. Papapietro. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Floppy mitral valve', 'Barlow's syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I341: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) prolapse
Which procedures does Dr. Papapietro perform as a Nuclear Cardiologist?
As a Nuclear Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Papapietro 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. Papapietro's office.
Does Dr. Papapietro accept my insurance?
Dr. Papapietro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 752-7280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Papapietro accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Papapietro in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Papapietro's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Papapietro's Primary Practice
132 Greenpoint Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
(718) 752-7280
What is Dr. Papapietro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Papapietro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720028061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papapietro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Papapietro
What is Dr. Nicholas Papapietro's specialty?
Dr. Papapietro is a Nuclear Cardiologist near Brooklyn, NY. A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology focuses on using radioactive materials and advanced imaging techniques to diagnose and treat various cardiovascular conditions, including the assessment of heart function, blood flow, and the detection of coronary artery disease. Contact Dr. Papapietro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Papapietro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Papapietro is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 Nicholas Papapietro accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Papapietro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Papapietro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Papapietro's office at (718) 752-7280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Papapietro?
Please contact Dr. Papapietro's office at (718) 752-7280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Papapietro have?
Dr. Nicholas Papapietro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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