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Dr. Alexander Paraschos, MD

Burlington, NC

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Paraschos, Cardiologist in Burlington, NC?

    Dr. Alexander Paraschos, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Paraschos graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Paraschos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paraschos’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paraschos’s office at (336) 538-7000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Paraschos?

    Dr. Alexander Paraschos, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Paraschos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Burlington/NC community, Dr. Paraschos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Paraschos go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Med Center | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Paraschos board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Paraschos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paraschos speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Paraschos treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Paraschos 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. Paraschos. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter

    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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    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:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Which procedures does Dr. Paraschos perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Paraschos may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paraschos' office.

    Does Dr. Paraschos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paraschos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 538-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paraschos accept in Burlington, NC?

    Dr. Paraschos in Burlington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Paraschos' office located?

    Dr. Alexander Paraschos' Primary Practice

    1234 Huffman Mill Rd

    Burlington, NC 27215

    (336) 538-7000

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    Dr. Alexander Paraschos' Practice 2

    908 S Williamson Ave

    Elon, NC 27244

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    Dr. Alexander Paraschos' Practice 3

    2100 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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

    Dr. Paraschos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184641169.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paraschos?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Paraschos's specialty?

    Dr. Paraschos is a Cardiologist near Burlington, NC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Paraschos to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Paraschos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Paraschos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alamance Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Alexander Paraschos accepting new patients in Burlington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Paraschos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Paraschos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paraschos's office at (336) 538-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Paraschos?

    Please contact Dr. Paraschos's office at (336) 538-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Paraschos have?

    Dr. Alexander Paraschos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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