18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Madias, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Boston, MA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Madias?
Dr. Christopher Madias, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Madias empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Madias is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Madias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tufts-New England Medical Center
Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Madias board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Madias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Madias speak?
Dr. Madias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Madias typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Madias 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. Madias. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Madias typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Madias 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. Madias. 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:
- 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
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
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
Does Dr. Madias accept my insurance?
Dr. Madias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Madias accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Madias in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Madias' office located?
Dr. Christopher Madias' Primary Practice
800 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 636-5000
What hospitals are Dr. Madias affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Madias has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Madias's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Madias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174647036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Madias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Madias