Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gidney, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Brett Gidney, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gidney graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Gidney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gidney’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gidney’s office at (805) 845-5305.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gidney?
Dr. Brett Gidney, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gidney empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara/CA community, Dr. Gidney is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gidney go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | Kaiser Foundation Hospital (Los Angeles)
Residency: Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gidney speak?
Dr. Gidney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gidney treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gidney 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. Gidney. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Atrial Flutter
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Complete Heart Block
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Familial atrial fibrillation
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I483: Typical atrial flutter
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I484: Atypical atrial flutter
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Which procedures does Dr. Gidney perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brett Gidney 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. Gidney's office.
Does Dr. Gidney accept my insurance?
Dr. Gidney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 845-5305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gidney accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Gidney in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gidney's office located?
Dr. Brett Gidney's Primary Practice
504 W Pueblo St Ste 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 845-5305
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Brett Gidney an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Gidney has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Gidney, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Gidney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gidney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528283249.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gidney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gidney
What is Dr. Brett Gidney's specialty?
Dr. Gidney is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Santa Barbara, CA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Gidney to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Gidney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gidney is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Brett Gidney accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brett Gidney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Gidney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gidney's office at (805) 845-5305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Gidney?
Please contact Dr. Gidney's office at (805) 845-5305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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