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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friedman, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Waterford, CT?
Dr. Meir Friedman, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Waterford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Friedman graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at Beth Israel Medical Center Cardiology. He is a member of the Aetna, Health Net, Anthem, Medicaid, CIGNA, Medicare, ConnectiCare, MultiPlan, First Health, Northeast Health Direct, Great-West Healthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Health New England, TRICARE, and United Healthcare |. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friedman?
Dr. Meir Friedman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Friedman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Waterford/CT community, Dr. Friedman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Friedman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Medical Center Cardiology | Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center Electrophysiology | Beth Israel Medical Center | New York Presbyterian Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein
Is Dr. Friedman board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Meir Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?
Dr. Friedman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Fast heart rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- AV Block
- Arrhythmia
- Atrioventricular block
- Heart conduction block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4430: Unspecified atrioventricular block
What procedures does Dr. Friedman perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
- Pacemaker generator exchange
- Pacemaker pulse generator replacement
- Pacemaker device replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
- 33229: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?
Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman accept in Waterford, CT?
Dr. Friedman in Waterford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
CarePartners of Connecticut
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Aetna
Member
Health Net
Member
Anthem
Member
Medicaid
Member
CIGNA
Member
Medicare
Member
ConnectiCare
Member
MultiPlan
Member
First Health
Member
Northeast Health Direct
Member
Great-West Healthcare
Member
Oxford Health Plans
Member
Health New England
Member
TRICARE
Member
United Healthcare |
Member
What is Dr. Friedman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194851295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friedman
What is Dr. Meir Friedman's specialty?
Dr. Friedman is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Waterford, CT. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Friedman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meir Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Hartford 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Meir Friedman accepting new patients in Waterford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Meir Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meir Friedman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meir Friedman?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meir Friedman have?
Dr. Meir Friedman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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