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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Metz, Interventional Cardiologist in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Metz, DO is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Metz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metz’s office at (713) 943-2800.
Is Dr. Metz board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Metz, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Metz speak?
Dr. Metz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Metz typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Metz 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. Metz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Metz typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Metz 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. Metz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
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
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
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:
- Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Stab Phlebectomy
- Microphlebectomy
- Varicose Vein Excision
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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. Metz accept my insurance?
Dr. Metz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 943-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metz accept in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Metz in Pasadena, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Metz's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Metz's Primary Practice
5413 Crenshaw Rd Ste 400
Pasadena, TX 77505
(713) 943-2800
What is Dr. Metz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114274149.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metz
What is Dr. Benjamin Metz's specialty?
Dr. Metz is a Interventional Cardiologist near Pasadena, TX.
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. Benjamin Metz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Metz is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Houston Physicians' Hospital, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx 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
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Is Benjamin Metz accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Metz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Metz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metz's office at (713) 943-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Metz?
Please contact Dr. Metz's office at (713) 943-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Metz have?
Dr. Benjamin Metz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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