Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poterucha, Cardiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Poterucha is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center who specializes in clinical research, cardiac imaging, and clinical cardiology. He received his MD from Mayo Clinic School of Medicine and completed a residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women?s Hospital after which he served on the faculty at Brigham and Women?s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He subsequently pursued fellowships in cardiology and advanced echocardiography at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.Dr. Poterucha?s research focuses on using novel tools, including artificial intelligence analysis of cardiovascular testing, to improve the care of patients with cardiovascular disease. This includes the development of diagnostic algorithms using large-scale retrospective database analysis of ECGs and echocardiograms and the prospective validation of those tools. His aim is to ensure that these tools are deployed equitably to improve care in patients experiencing fractured or inadequate medical care.?Clinically, Dr. Poterucha?s areas of expertise include transthoracic echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, and cardiac stress testing. He serves as a clinical cardiologist on patients admitted to NewYork-Presbyterian ? Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He is an enthusiastic medical educator and is involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Poterucha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Florida International University, Miami, FL
What languages does Dr. Poterucha speak?
Dr. Poterucha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Poterucha treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Poterucha 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. Poterucha. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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 Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Does Dr. Poterucha accept my insurance?
Dr. Poterucha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poterucha accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Poterucha in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Poterucha's office located?
CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building
177 Ft. Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Poterucha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poterucha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124466412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poterucha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poterucha
What is Dr. Timothy Poterucha's specialty?
Dr. Poterucha is a Cardiologist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Poterucha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Timothy Poterucha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poterucha is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical 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
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Is Timothy Poterucha accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Poterucha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Poterucha offer online booking?
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