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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laidlaw, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Douglas Laidlaw, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Laidlaw graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Hospital Of The University Of Pa. Dr. Laidlaw is fluent in English, Albanian, Chinese, Greek, Modern (1453-), Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laidlaw’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laidlaw’s office at (508) 368-3130.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Laidlaw?
Dr. Douglas Laidlaw, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Laidlaw empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Defibrillators, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Worcester/MA community, Dr. Laidlaw is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Laidlaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital Of The University Of Pa
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
What languages does Dr. Laidlaw speak?
Dr. Laidlaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
Chinese
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Polish
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Laidlaw treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Laidlaw 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. Laidlaw. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, 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
What procedures does Dr. Laidlaw perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Laidlaw performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Laidlaw. 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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Does Dr. Laidlaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Laidlaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 368-3130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laidlaw accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Laidlaw in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Laidlaw's office located?
Dr. Douglas Laidlaw's Primary Practice
123 Summer St Ste 290N
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 368-3130
What is Dr. Laidlaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laidlaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124167911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laidlaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laidlaw
What is Dr. Douglas Laidlaw's specialty?
Dr. Laidlaw is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Worcester, MA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Laidlaw to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Laidlaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laidlaw is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, MA, Tufts 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Douglas Laidlaw accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Laidlaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Laidlaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laidlaw's office at (508) 368-3130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Laidlaw?
Please contact Dr. Laidlaw's office at (508) 368-3130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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