Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patton, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Kristen Patton is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. She is board certified. Dr. Patton graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Patton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patton’s office.
Where did Dr. Patton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Patton board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Patton is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1998
What languages does Dr. Patton speak?
Dr. Patton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Patton typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Patton 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. Patton. 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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Complete Heart Block
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Patton typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Patton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Patton. 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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- S-ICD System Insertion
- Under-Skin Defibrillator Implant
- Permanent Subcutaneous Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33270: Insertion or replacement of permanent subcutaneous implantable defibrillator system, with subcutaneous electrode, including defibrillation threshold evaluation, induction of arrhythmia, evaluation of sensing for arrhythmia termination, and programming or reprogramming of sensing or therapeutic parameters, when performed
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Removal
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
- Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
- Pacemaker Box Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Wire Removal
- Pacemaker Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- Pacemaker Wire Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33235: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); dual lead system
Does Dr. Patton accept my insurance?
Dr. Patton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patton accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Patton in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patton's office located?
What is Dr. Patton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417090978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patton
What is Dr. Kristen Patton's specialty?
Dr. Patton is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kristen Patton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patton is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Kristen Patton accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Patton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Patton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Patton?
Please contact Dr. Patton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Patton have?
Dr. Kristen Patton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Patton
University Of Washington Medical Ctr
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195