16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Persits, Interventional Cardiologist in Riverhead, NY?
Dr. Andrew Persits, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Riverhead, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Persits graduated from Univ of St Georges and completed his residency at State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Brooklyn. Dr. Persits is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Persits’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Persits’s office at (631) 727-7773.
Where did Dr. Persits go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: North Shore University Hospital
Residency: State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Brooklyn | State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Brooklyn
Medical School: Univ of St Georges
What languages does Dr. Persits speak?
Dr. Persits and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Persits typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Persits 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. Persits. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Persits typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Persits 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. Persits. 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:
- Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
- Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
- Heart pressure sensor placement
- PA pressure sensor implantation
- Cardiovascular monitoring device
CPT Codes:
- 33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed
Does Dr. Persits accept my insurance?
Dr. Persits accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 727-7773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Persits accept in Riverhead, NY?
Dr. Persits in Riverhead, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Persits' office located?
What is Dr. Persits's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Persits's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457678179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Persits?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Persits
What is Dr. Andrew Persits's specialty?
Dr. Persits is a Interventional Cardiologist near Riverhead, NY.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Andrew Persits affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Persits is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, South Shore University Hospital, Mather Hospital, Peconic Bay 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
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Is Andrew Persits accepting new patients in Riverhead, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Persits is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Persits offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Persits's office at (631) 727-7773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Persits?
Please contact Dr. Persits's office at (631) 727-7773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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