Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Summers, Cardiologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Michael Summers, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Summers completed his residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Summers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Summers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Summers’s office.
Where did Dr. Summers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Deborah Heart & Lung Center
Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Summers speak?
Dr. Summers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Summers treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Summers 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. Summers. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Long QT Syndrome
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome
- Romano-Ward syndrome
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- LQTS
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen Syndrome
- Romano-Ward Syndrome
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4581: Long QT syndrome
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- RBBB
- Heart conduction delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4519: Other right bundle-branch block
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Summers perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Summers 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Summers' office.
Does Dr. Summers accept my insurance?
Dr. Summers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Summers accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Summers in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Summers' office located?
What is Dr. Summers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Summers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134469232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Summers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Summers
What is Dr. Michael Summers's specialty?
Dr. Summers is a Cardiologist near Allentown, PA. 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. Summers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Summers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Summers is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus 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 Michael Summers accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Summers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Summers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Summers's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Summers?
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