Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sisson, Cardiologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Robert Sisson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He is board certified. Dr. Sisson completed his residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Cardiovascular Diseases; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sisson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sisson’s office at (843) 792-1414.
Where did Dr. Sisson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Cardiovascular Diseases; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Internal Medicine
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Sisson board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Sisson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sisson speak?
Dr. Sisson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sisson typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sisson 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. Sisson. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sisson typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Sisson 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. Sisson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sisson accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Sisson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Sisson's office located?
What is Dr. Sisson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sisson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629097878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sisson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sisson
What is Dr. Robert Sisson's specialty?
Dr. Sisson is a Cardiologist near Charleston, SC.
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. Robert Sisson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sisson is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical 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
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Is Robert Sisson accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Sisson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Sisson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sisson's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Sisson?
Please contact Dr. Sisson's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Sisson have?
Dr. Robert Sisson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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