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Who is Dr. Pletzer, Pediatric Cardiologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Scott Pletzer, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pletzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pletzer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pletzer’s office at (843) 792-1414.
What languages does Dr. Pletzer speak?
Dr. Pletzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pletzer treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Pletzer 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. Pletzer. 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:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Congenital Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- DORV
- AVSD
- Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Complete AV Canal Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Narrowed Pulmonary Valve at Birth
- Pulmonary Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2120: Atrioventricular septal defect, unspecified as to partial or complete
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q221: Congenital pulmonary valve stenosis
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Which procedures does Dr. Pletzer perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Pletzer 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. Pletzer's office.
Does Dr. Pletzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Pletzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pletzer accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Pletzer in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
Cigna
Department of Defense / Tricare
Independence Blue Cross
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pletzer's office located?
What is Dr. Pletzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pletzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457611782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pletzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pletzer
What is Dr. Scott Pletzer's specialty?
Dr. Pletzer is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Charleston, SC. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Pletzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Pletzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pletzer 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 Scott Pletzer accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Scott Pletzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Pletzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pletzer's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Pletzer?
Please contact Dr. Pletzer's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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