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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasquez, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Alex Velasquez, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velasquez completed his residency at University of Texas, Health Sciences Center at Houston and is currently affiliated with Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Velasquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez’s office at (305) 243-5554.
Where did Dr. Velasquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UM-JMH Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship | University of Texas at Houston - UTHealth
Residency: University of Texas, Health Sciences Center at Houston
Medical School: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velasquez speak?
Dr. Velasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Velasquez typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Velasquez 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. Velasquez. 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:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Velasquez typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Velasquez may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-5554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Velasquez in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Medicare
Oscar Health
Summa Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velasquez's office located?
What is Dr. Velasquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124377064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasquez
What is Dr. Alex Velasquez's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Miami, FL.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alex Velasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alex Velasquez accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alex Velasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Velasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (305) 243-5554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Velasquez?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (305) 243-5554 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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