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Dr. Ricardo Lugo, MD

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Cardiologist

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lugo, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Ricardo Lugo, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. Dr. Lugo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lugo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lugo’s office at (615) 269-4545.

    What languages does Dr. Lugo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Lugo typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • SVT
    • Rapid Heart Rate
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Lugo typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Lugo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lugo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 269-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lugo accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Lugo in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Truman Medical Centers

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lugo's office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Lugo's Primary Practice

    4230 Harding Pike Ste 330

    Nashville, TN 37205

    (615) 269-4545

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lugo affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lugo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tristar Northcrest Medical Center,Springfield, TN
    Vanderbilt University Medical Center,Nashville, TN
    Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital,Lebanon, TN

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

    Dr. Lugo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437449253.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lugo?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Lugo's specialty?

    Dr. Lugo is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is Dr. Ricardo Lugo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lugo is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford 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 Dr. Ricardo Lugo accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Lugo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Lugo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lugo's office at (615) 269-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Lugo?

    Please contact Dr. Lugo's office at (615) 269-4545 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lugo's office located?

    Dr. Lugo's office is located in Nashville, TN.