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Dr. Mel Angel Peralta, MD

Albuquerque, NM

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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Peralta typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Peralta typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mel Angel Peralta may include:

    Please contact Dr. Peralta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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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

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    Dr. Mel Angel Peralta's Practice 2

    2240 Grande Blvd SE Ste 102

    Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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    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.

    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. 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 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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