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Dr. Paul Zei, MD, PHD

Dr. Paul Zei, MD, PHD

Boston, MA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zei, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Paul Zei, MD, PHD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Zei graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Zei is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zei’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zei’s office at (857) 307-4000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zei?

    Dr. Paul Zei, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Zei empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Catheter Ablation, Defibrillators, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Zei is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Zei go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zei speak?

    Dr. Zei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Zei typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Zei 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. Zei. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

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

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Zei may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (857) 307-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zei accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Zei in Boston, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Zei's office located?

    Dr. Paul Zei's Primary Practice

    75 Francis St

    Boston, MA 02115

    (857) 307-4000

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    How insensitive ... How a mutation in the SCN5A voltage sensor leads to clinical arrhythmia

    , 2012

    Incidence and clinical predictors of low defibrillation safety margin at time of implantable

    , 2012

    Electroatomic localization of a slowly conducting atrioventricular (Mahaim) accessory pathway

    , 2011

    Visualizing ablation gaps in vitro using a deflectable fiber optic endocardial visualization

    , 2009

    Direct Visualization of Cardiac Radiofrequency Ablation Lesions

    , 2009

    The Efficacy of Implantable Cardioverter

    , 2009

    A New Approach for ICD Rhythm Classification based on Support Vector Machines

    , 2009

    Optimal Programming of ICDs for Prevention of Appropriate and Ippropriate Shocks.

    , 2008

    Time-resolved three-dimensiol imaging of the left atrium

    , 2008

    A Covariance-Based Algorithm: A Novel Technique for Rhythm Discrimition in ICDs

    , 2008

    Characterization of human corory sinus valves by direct visualization during biventricular

    , 2008

    Cardiac device infections complicated by erosion

    , 2007

    Epicardial ablation of postinfarction ventricular tachycardia with an exterlly irrigated catheter

    , 2007

    VF and fatal cardiac arrest following ICD therapy delivery: What is the cause?

    , 2007

    Large radiofrequency ablation lesions can be created with a retractable infusion-needle catheter

    , 2006

    Modified temporary cardiac pacing using transvenous active fixation leads

    , 2006

    Epicardial catheter mapping and ablation of ventricular tachycardia

    , 2006

    Effects on ion permeation with hydrophobic substitutions at a residue

    , 1999

    Voltage-dependent gating of single wild-type and S4 mutant KAT1 inward rectifier potassium channels

    , 1998

    What is Dr. Zei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528100500.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zei?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zei

    What is Dr. Paul Zei's specialty?

    Dr. Zei is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA.

    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. Paul Zei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zei is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital 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

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

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    Is Paul Zei accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Zei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Zei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zei's office at (857) 307-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Zei?

    Please contact Dr. Zei's office at (857) 307-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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