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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kurtz, Cardiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Emilee Kurtz is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kurtz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurtz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurtz’s office at (412) 647-2345.
What languages does Dr. Kurtz speak?
Dr. Kurtz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kurtz typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kurtz 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. Kurtz. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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:
- 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:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kurtz typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Emilee Kurtz 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. Kurtz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kurtz accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurtz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurtz accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Kurtz in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kurtz's office located?
What is Dr. Kurtz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurtz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215429303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurtz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurtz
What is Dr. Emilee Kurtz's specialty?
Dr. Kurtz is a Cardiologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Emilee Kurtz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kurtz is affiliated with Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Gulf Breeze Hospital 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 Emilee Kurtz accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Emilee Kurtz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emilee Kurtz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurtz's office at (412) 647-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emilee Kurtz?
Please contact Dr. Kurtz's office at (412) 647-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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