25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vicuna, Interventional Cardiologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Vicuna, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Vicuna is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vicuna’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vicuna’s office at (954) 355-5001.
What languages does Dr. Vicuna speak?
Dr. Vicuna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vicuna treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Vicuna 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. Vicuna. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vicuna perform as an Interventional Cardiologist?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Vicuna may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vicuna's office.
Does Dr. Vicuna accept my insurance?
Dr. Vicuna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 355-5001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vicuna accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Vicuna in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vicuna's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Vicuna's Primary Practice
1625 SE 3rd Ave Ste 300
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 355-5001
Dr. Ricardo Vicuna's Practice 2
6405 N Federal Hwy Ste 200
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 958-5200
What is Dr. Vicuna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vicuna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699815720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vicuna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vicuna
What is Dr. Ricardo Vicuna's specialty?
Dr. Vicuna is a Interventional Cardiologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Vicuna to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Vicuna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vicuna is affiliated with Florida Medical Center, Broward Health Coral Springs, Mount Sinai Medical Center - Miami Beach, FL, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, Memorial Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Ricardo Vicuna accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Vicuna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Vicuna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vicuna's office at (954) 355-5001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Vicuna?
Please contact Dr. Vicuna's office at (954) 355-5001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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