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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. He is board certified. Dr. Ochoa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ochoa’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Ochoa typically 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. 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ochoa typically 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. 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
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 Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ochoa's office located?
Dr. Victor Ochoa's Primary Practice
1595 Soquel Dr Ste 220
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 464-3801
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.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
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
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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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