Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petit, Pediatric Cardiologist in New York, NY?
An international leader in pediatric cardiology, Christopher J. Petit, MD, has particular expertise in minimally invasive techniques to treat valve disease and complex congenital heart disease. Recognized for his clinical innovations, development of specialty programs, and his research accomplishments, Dr. Petit believes that the field of pediatric cardiology advances through collaborative discovery. He has been an active clinician-scientist, working to determine the best treatments for patients with congenital heart disease. Dr. Petit founded and currently serves as President of the Congenital Cardiac Research Collaborative.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Petit?
Dr. Christopher Petit, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Petit empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Ventricular Septal Defect, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Petit is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Petit go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGaw Medical Center Of Northwestern University
What languages does Dr. Petit speak?
Dr. Petit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Petit typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Petit 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. Petit. 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.
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Great Vein Malformation
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Major Vein Defect
- Abnormal Great Veins
- Large Vein Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q268: Other congenital malformations of great veins
Also known as:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Petit typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Petit 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. Petit. 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.
Also known as:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Balloon Angioplasty for Vein Narrowing (Additional Vein)
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
- Venous Angioplasty
- Vein Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
- 37249: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Heart Wall Opening for Blood Flow (Catheter Procedure)
- Heart Shunt Creation for Congenital Defects
- Additional Heart Shunt Placement (Catheter-Based)
- Transcatheter atrial septostomy
- TAS procedure
- Atrial septal defect creation (catheter)
- Rashkind procedure
- Transcatheter Intracardiac Shunt
- Congenital Heart Shunt Placement
- Stent for Heart Defect
- Cardiac Catheterization for Shunt
- Congenital Heart Shunt Stent
- Catheter-based Heart Defect Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33741: Transcatheter atrial septostomy (TAS) for congenital cardiac anomalies to create effective atrial flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, any method (eg, Rashkind, Sang-Park, balloon, cutting balloon, blade)
- 33745: Transcatheter intracardiac shunt (TIS) creation by stent placement for congenital cardiac anomalies to establish effective intracardiac flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, left and right heart diagnostic cardiac catheterization for congenital cardiac anomalies, and target zone angioplasty, when performed (eg, atrial septum, Fontan fenestration, right ventricular outflow tract, Mustard/Senning/Warden baffles); initial intracardiac shunt
- 33746: Transcatheter intracardiac shunt (TIS) creation by stent placement for congenital cardiac anomalies to establish effective intracardiac flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, left and right heart diagnostic cardiac catheterization for congenital cardiac anomalies, and target zone angioplasty, when performed (eg, atrial septum, Fontan fenestration, right ventricular outflow tract, Mustard/Senning/Warden baffles); each additional intracardiac shunt location (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
Also known as:
- Vein Stent Placement
- Transcatheter Vein Stenting
- Intravascular Vein Stent
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty and Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37238: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial vein
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stent Placement
- Lung Artery Stent
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Revascularization
- Pulmonary Artery Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 33902: Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral
Does Dr. Petit accept my insurance?
Dr. Petit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petit accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Petit in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
National Benefit Fund
State of Connecticut
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Petit's office located?
NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
3959 Broadway
New York, NY 10032
What is Dr. Petit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Petit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609895994.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petit
What is Dr. Christopher Petit's specialty?
Dr. Petit is a Pediatric Cardiologist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Christopher Petit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petit is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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
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Is Christopher Petit accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Petit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Petit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petit's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Petit?
Please contact Dr. Petit's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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