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Dr. Cesar Santana, MD, PHD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Santana, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Cesar Santana, MD, PHD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Santana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santana’s office at (404) 616-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Santana speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Santana typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Santana 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. Santana. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Angina (Chest Pain)
    • Angina with Spasms
    • Angina
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
    • Variant Angina
    • Prinzmetal Angina
    • Coronary Artery Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
    • I201: Angina pectoris with documented spasm

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Santana typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cesar Santana may include:

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

    Does Dr. Santana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santana accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Santana in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other TPA

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Santana's office located?

    Dr. Cesar Santana's Primary Practice

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE

    Atlanta, GA 30303

    (404) 616-1000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Santana affiliated with?

    Dr. Santana has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Grady Memorial Hospital,Atlanta, GA
    Memorial Hospital Pembroke,Pembroke Pines, FL
    Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Va Medical Center,Decatur, GA

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

    Dr. Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366628232.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santana?

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

    What is Dr. Cesar Santana's specialty?

    Dr. Santana is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

    Is Dr. Cesar Santana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Santana is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Grady Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist. 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. Cesar Santana accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Cesar Santana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cesar Santana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (404) 616-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cesar Santana?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (404) 616-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Santana's office located?

    Dr. Santana's office is located in Atlanta, GA.