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Who is Dr. Bestawros, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Michael Bestawros is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bestawros graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine. Dr. Bestawros is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bestawros’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bestawros’s office at (505) 841-1000.
Where did Dr. Bestawros go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bestawros speak?
Dr. Bestawros and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bestawros treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Bestawros 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. Bestawros. 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:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Bestawros perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Bestawros 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. Bestawros. 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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
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
Does Dr. Bestawros accept my insurance?
Dr. Bestawros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bestawros accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Bestawros in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Veterans Affairs
First Medical Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Bestawros' office located?
Dr. Michael Bestawros' Primary Practice
502 Elm St NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 841-1000
What is Dr. Bestawros's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bestawros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699909879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bestawros?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bestawros
What is Dr. Michael Bestawros's specialty?
Dr. Bestawros is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Albuquerque, NM. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Bestawros to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Bestawros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bestawros is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, CHRISTUS Health 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 Michael Bestawros accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Michael Bestawros is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Bestawros offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bestawros's office at (505) 841-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Bestawros?
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