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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. Dr. Escarcega Alarcon is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escarcega Alarcon’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Escarcega Alarcon typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Escarcega Alarcon typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Escarcega Alarcon 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
- Coronary lithotripsy
- Heart artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
- Percutaneous VAD Insertion
- Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Heart Support Device Placement
- Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
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
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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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