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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caputo, Interventional Cardiologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Christopher Caputo, DO is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Caputo graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Caputo is fluent in English, Chinese, Italian, Spanish, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caputo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caputo’s office at (352) 264-2500.
Where did Dr. Caputo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Caputo speak?
Dr. Caputo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Italian
Spanish
Thai
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Caputo typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Caputo 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. Caputo. 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Caputo typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Caputo 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. Caputo. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose Vein Injections
- Vein Sclerosing
- Incompetent Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36470: Injection of sclerosant; single incompetent vein (other than telangiectasia)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Caputo accept my insurance?
Dr. Caputo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 264-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caputo accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Caputo in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Caputo's office located?
Dr. Christopher Caputo's Primary Practice
4645 NW 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 264-2500
What is Dr. Caputo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caputo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063467009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caputo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caputo
What is Dr. Christopher Caputo's specialty?
Dr. Caputo is a Interventional Cardiologist near Gainesville, FL.
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. Christopher Caputo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caputo is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital 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 Christopher Caputo accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Caputo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Caputo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caputo's office at (352) 264-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Caputo?
Please contact Dr. Caputo's office at (352) 264-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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