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Dr. Victor Ochoa, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ochoa, Cardiologist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Victor Ochoa, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ochoa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ochoa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ochoa’s office at (831) 464-3801.

    Is Dr. Ochoa board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Ochoa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ochoa speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ochoa treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ochoa 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. Ochoa. 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:

    • 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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does Dr. Ochoa perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ochoa 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. Ochoa. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Ochoa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ochoa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 464-3801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ochoa accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Ochoa in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Ochoa's office located?

    Dr. Victor Ochoa's Primary Practice

    1595 Soquel Dr

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    (831) 464-3801

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    Dr. Victor Ochoa's Practice 2

    500 University Ave

    Sacramento, CA 95825

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

    Dr. Ochoa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184878142.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ochoa?

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

    What is Dr. Victor Ochoa's specialty?

    Dr. Ochoa is a Cardiologist near Santa Cruz, CA. 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. Ochoa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Victor Ochoa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ochoa is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

    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 Victor Ochoa accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Ochoa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Ochoa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (831) 464-3801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victor Ochoa?

    Please contact Dr. Ochoa's office at (831) 464-3801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Ochoa have?

    Dr. Victor Ochoa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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