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Who is Dr. Kushnir, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Alexander Kushnir, MD, PHD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kushnir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kushnir’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kushnir’s office at (212) 263-5555.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kushnir?
Dr. Alexander Kushnir, MD, PHD 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. Kushnir empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Kushnir is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kushnir speak?
Dr. Kushnir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kushnir treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kushnir 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. Kushnir. 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
- Fast Heartbeat
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Slow Heart Rate
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- RBBB
- Heart conduction delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4519: Other right bundle-branch block
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Other Sites
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2129: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction involving other sites
Which procedures does Dr. Kushnir perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Kushnir 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. Kushnir's office.
Does Dr. Kushnir accept my insurance?
Dr. Kushnir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kushnir accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kushnir in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kushnir's office located?
What is Dr. Kushnir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kushnir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417218488.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kushnir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kushnir
What is Dr. Alexander Kushnir's specialty?
Dr. Kushnir is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near New York, NY. 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. Kushnir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Kushnir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kushnir is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Alexander Kushnir accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kushnir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kushnir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kushnir's office at (212) 263-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kushnir?
Please contact Dr. Kushnir's office at (212) 263-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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