Who is Dr. Dangas, Interventional Cardiologist in Ozone Park, NY?
Dr. George Dangas, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Ozone Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Dangas completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Dangas is fluent in English and Greek, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dangas’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dangas’s office at (212) 427-1540.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dangas?
Dr. George Dangas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dangas empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Percutaneous Valve Repair, and comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Ozone Park, NY community, Dr. Dangas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dangas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Medical Department (Athens, Greece) | University Athens-Faculty Medical, School Of Health & Science
Is Dr. Dangas board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. George Dangas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dangas speak?
Dr. Dangas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Dangas typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Dangas 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. Dangas. 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 here.
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:
Narrowed Aortic Valve
Heart Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Stenosis
Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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
Dyspnea
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Dangas typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Dangas 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. Dangas. 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 here.
33370: Transcatheter placement and subsequent removal of cerebral embolic protection device(s), including arterial access, catheterization, imaging, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed
Also known as:
Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery
CPT Codes:
33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis
Also known as:
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
IABP Placement
Percutaneous Balloon Pump
Heart Assist Device Placement
CPT Codes:
33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
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
Also known as:
Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
Heart artery shockwave therapy
Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
Coronary artery calcification treatment
Coronary lithotripsy
Heart artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
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)
Does Dr. Dangas accept my insurance?
Dr. Dangas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 427-1540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dangas accept in Ozone Park, NY?
Dr. Dangas in Ozone Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Dangas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dangas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124105002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dangas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dangas
What is Dr. George Dangas's specialty?
Dr. Dangas is a Interventional Cardiologist near Ozone Park, NY.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. George Dangas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dangas is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens which are a Castle Connolly
Top Hospitals. 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 George Dangas accepting new patients in Ozone Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. George Dangas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Dangas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dangas's office at (212) 427-1540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Dangas?
Please contact Dr. Dangas's office at (212) 427-1540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Dangas have?
Dr. George Dangas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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