Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ard, Cardiologist in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Scott Ard, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ard is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ard’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ard speak?
Dr. Ard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ard treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ard 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. Ard. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
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 Dr. Ard perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ard 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. Ard. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Does Dr. Ard accept my insurance?
Dr. Ard 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. Ard accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Ard in Laguna Hills, 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
CalOptima
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Humana
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ard's office located?
What is Dr. Ard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497967756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ard
What is Dr. Scott Ard's specialty?
Dr. Ard is a Cardiologist near Laguna Hills, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Ard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ard is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Orange County Global Medical Center, UCI Medical Center, City of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Scott Ard accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Ard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Ard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Ard?
Please contact Dr. Ard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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