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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peralta, Cardiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Mel Peralta, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Peralta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peralta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peralta’s office at (505) 841-1000.
What languages does Dr. Peralta speak?
Dr. Peralta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Peralta treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Peralta 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. Peralta. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Which procedures does Dr. Peralta perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mel Peralta 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. Peralta's office.
Does Dr. Peralta accept my insurance?
Dr. Peralta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peralta accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Peralta in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthScope
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Peralta's office located?
Dr. Mel Peralta's Practice 3
2240 Grande Blvd SE Ste 102
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 841-1000
What is Dr. Peralta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peralta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598804593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peralta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peralta
What is Dr. Mel Peralta's specialty?
Dr. Peralta is a Cardiologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Peralta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mel Peralta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peralta is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside 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 Mel Peralta accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Mel Peralta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mel Peralta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peralta's office at (505) 841-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mel Peralta?
Please contact Dr. Peralta's office at (505) 841-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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