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Who is Dr. Carazo, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Matthew Carazo, MD is an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Carazo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carazo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carazo’s office.
What languages does Dr. Carazo speak?
Dr. Carazo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carazo treat?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Carazo 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. Carazo. 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:
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Tricuspid Stenosis
- Abnormal Coronary Arteries
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Malformation at Birth
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Narrowed Tricuspid Valve at Birth
- Tricuspid Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
- Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
- Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
- DORV
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q224: Congenital tricuspid stenosis
- Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Carazo perform as a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Matthew Carazo 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carazo's office.
Does Dr. Carazo accept my insurance?
Dr. Carazo 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. Carazo accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Carazo in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carazo's office located?
What is Dr. Carazo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carazo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952535114.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carazo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carazo
What is Dr. Matthew Carazo's specialty?
Dr. Carazo is a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist near San Diego, CA. A physician who focuses on the care and management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is specially trained to navigate the complexities of this condition. ACHD specialists have a thorough understanding of the anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and potential long-term complications associated with congenital heart disease. They leverage this expertise to effectively manage patients who may also experience acquired heart conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. Contact Dr. Carazo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Carazo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carazo is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Matthew Carazo accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Carazo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Carazo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carazo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Carazo?
Please contact Dr. Carazo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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