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Who is Dr. Escarcega Alarcon, Cardiologist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Escarcega Alarcon is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escarcega Alarcon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escarcega Alarcon’s office at (239) 938-2000.
Is Dr. Escarcega Alarcon board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Escarcega Alarcon speak?
Dr. Escarcega Alarcon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Escarcega Alarcon treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Escarcega Alarcon 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. Escarcega Alarcon. 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
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Which procedures does Dr. Escarcega Alarcon perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon 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. Escarcega Alarcon's office.
Does Dr. Escarcega Alarcon accept my insurance?
Dr. Escarcega Alarcon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 938-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escarcega Alarcon accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Escarcega Alarcon in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
FCE Benefit Administrators
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Escarcega Alarcon's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon's Primary Practice
1550 Barkley Cir
Fort Myers, FL 33907
(239) 938-2000
What is Dr. Escarcega Alarcon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escarcega Alarcon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366682874.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escarcega Alarcon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escarcega Alarcon
What is Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon's specialty?
Dr. Escarcega Alarcon is a Cardiologist near Fort Myers, FL. 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. Escarcega Alarcon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Escarcega Alarcon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lee Memorial Hospital, Gulf Coast 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escarcega Alarcon's office at (239) 938-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon?
Please contact Dr. Escarcega Alarcon's office at (239) 938-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon have?
Dr. Ricardo Escarcega Alarcon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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