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Who is Dr. Gaytan, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Carthage, MO?
Dr. Rafael Gaytan, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Carthage, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gaytan graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Gaytan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaytan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaytan’s office at (417) 781-5387.
Where did Dr. Gaytan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine - Cardiovascular Electrophysiology
Residency: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Gaytan board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Gaytan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gaytan speak?
Dr. Gaytan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gaytan treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gaytan 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. Gaytan. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Complete Heart Block
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does Dr. Gaytan perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gaytan 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. Gaytan. 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
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
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
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
Does Dr. Gaytan accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaytan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 781-5387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaytan accept in Carthage, MO?
Dr. Gaytan in Carthage, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
University of Utah
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Where is Dr. Gaytan's office located?
Dr. Rafael Gaytan's Primary Practice
3125 Dr Russell Smith Way
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 781-5387
What is Dr. Gaytan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaytan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376602649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaytan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaytan
What is Dr. Rafael Gaytan's specialty?
Dr. Gaytan is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Carthage, MO. 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. Gaytan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Gaytan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gaytan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mercy Hospital Joplin, Mercy Hospital Carthage, Mercy Specialty Hospital - Southeast Kansas, Coffeyville Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rafael Gaytan accepting new patients in Carthage, MO?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Gaytan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Gaytan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaytan's office at (417) 781-5387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Gaytan?
Please contact Dr. Gaytan's office at (417) 781-5387 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Gaytan have?
Dr. Rafael Gaytan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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