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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purtell, Cardiologist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Christopher Purtell, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Purtell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purtell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purtell’s office at (203) 688-4242.
What languages does Dr. Purtell speak?
Dr. Purtell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Purtell treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Purtell 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. Purtell. 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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
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 Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Which procedures does Dr. Purtell perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Purtell 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. Purtell's office.
Does Dr. Purtell accept my insurance?
Dr. Purtell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purtell accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Purtell in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Affinity Health System
All Other Third Party
Care Wisconsin Health Plan
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Upper Peninsula Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Purtell's office located?
Dr. Christopher Purtell's Primary Practice
600 Highland Ave
Madison, WI 53792
(203) 688-4242
What is Dr. Purtell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purtell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992190789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purtell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purtell
What is Dr. Christopher Purtell's specialty?
Dr. Purtell is a Cardiologist near Madison, WI. 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. Purtell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Purtell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purtell is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Christopher Purtell accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Purtell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Purtell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purtell's office at (203) 688-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Purtell?
Please contact Dr. Purtell's office at (203) 688-4242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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