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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carreras, Interventional Cardiologist in Storrs, CT?
Dr. Edward Carreras, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Storrs, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carreras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carreras’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carreras’s office at (203) 683-5100.
What languages does Dr. Carreras speak?
Dr. Carreras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Carreras typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Carreras 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. Carreras. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Carreras typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Carreras 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. Carreras. 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
- 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
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)
Does Dr. Carreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Carreras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 683-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carreras accept in Storrs, CT?
Dr. Carreras in Storrs, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carreras' office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Carreras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003100223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carreras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carreras
What is Dr. Edward Carreras's specialty?
Dr. Carreras is a Interventional Cardiologist near Storrs, CT.
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. Edward Carreras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carreras is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Edward Carreras accepting new patients in Storrs, CT?
Yes, Dr. Edward Carreras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Carreras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carreras's office at (203) 683-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Carreras?
Please contact Dr. Carreras's office at (203) 683-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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