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56 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Espinel, Cardiologist in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Carlos Espinel, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA. He has been practicing for over 56 years and is board certified. Dr. Espinel graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALDAS and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine; Crawford Long Hosp-Emory U, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Espinel is fluent in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Espinel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Espinel’s office at (703) 522-6908.
Where did Dr. Espinel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine; Crawford Long Hosp-Emory U, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: University De Caldas, Fac De Med, Manizales, Colombia | UNIVERSITY OF CALDAS | Universidad Nacional de Colombia Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Espinel board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Espinel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Espinel speak?
Dr. Espinel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Espinel typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Espinel 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. Espinel. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Espinel typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Espinel may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Espinel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Espinel accept my insurance?
Dr. Espinel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 522-6908 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Espinel accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Espinel in Arlington, VA 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
Medicare
MedStar Health
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Espinel's office located?
Dr. Carlos Espinel's Primary Practice
1715 N George Mason Dr Ste 401
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 522-6908
What is Dr. Espinel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Espinel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063547065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Espinel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Espinel
What is Dr. Carlos Espinel's specialty?
Dr. Espinel is a Cardiologist near Arlington, VA.
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. Carlos Espinel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Espinel is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Carlos Espinel accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Espinel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Espinel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Espinel's office at (703) 522-6908 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Espinel?
Please contact Dr. Espinel's office at (703) 522-6908 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Espinel have?
Dr. Carlos Espinel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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