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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alpert, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Craig Alpert, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alpert graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at University of Michigan Program. Dr. Alpert is fluent in English, French, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alpert’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alpert’s office at (412) 359-6550.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alpert?
Dr. Craig Alpert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alpert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Transplant Medicine-Heart, Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Alpert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Alpert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Michigan Program
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Alpert speak?
Dr. Alpert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Alpert treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Alpert 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. Alpert. 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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
- Localized Amyloidosis
- Amyloid Deposit in Organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Which procedures does Dr. Alpert perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Craig Alpert 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. Alpert's office.
Does Dr. Alpert accept my insurance?
Dr. Alpert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-6550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alpert accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Alpert in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alpert's office located?
What is Dr. Alpert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alpert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811215577.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alpert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alpert
What is Dr. Craig Alpert's specialty?
Dr. Alpert is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Pittsburgh, PA. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Alpert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Alpert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alpert is affiliated with AHN Allegheny General Hospital 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 Craig Alpert accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Alpert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Alpert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alpert's office at (412) 359-6550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Alpert?
Please contact Dr. Alpert's office at (412) 359-6550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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