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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 Angel Peralta, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years. 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:
- 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:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Peralta perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mel Angel 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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Peralta's office located?
Dr. Mel Angel Peralta's Primary Practice
502 Elm St NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 841-1000
Dr. Mel Angel Peralta's Practice 2
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 Angel 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 Angel Peralta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peralta is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Mel Angel Peralta accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Mel Angel Peralta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mel Angel 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 Angel 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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