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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valente, Cardiologist in Westbrook, ME?
Dr. Christopher Valente, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Westbrook, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Valente is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valente’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valente’s office at (207) 396-5600.
What languages does Dr. Valente speak?
Dr. Valente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Valente typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Valente 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. Valente. 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:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Valente typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Valente 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. Valente's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Valente accept my insurance?
Dr. Valente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 396-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valente accept in Westbrook, ME?
Dr. Valente in Westbrook, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Valente's office located?
Dr. Christopher Valente's Primary Practice
1 Riverfront Plz
Westbrook, ME 04092
(207) 396-5600
What is Dr. Valente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821557018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valente
What is Dr. Christopher Valente's specialty?
Dr. Valente is a Cardiologist near Westbrook, ME.
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. Christopher Valente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valente is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Mainegeneral Medical Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Northern Light Mercy 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
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Is Christopher Valente accepting new patients in Westbrook, ME?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Valente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Valente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valente's office at (207) 396-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Valente?
Please contact Dr. Valente's office at (207) 396-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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