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Dr. Joseph Tiano, MD

Norwalk, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tiano, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Norwalk, CT?

    Dr. Joseph Tiano, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tiano is fluent in English, Hebrew, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tiano’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tiano’s office at (203) 353-1133.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tiano?

    Dr. Joseph Tiano, 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. Tiano empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Syncope, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Norwalk/CT community, Dr. Tiano is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Tiano go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: TEMPLE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Tiano board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Tiano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tiano speak?

    Dr. Tiano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tiano treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Tiano 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. Tiano. 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
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • SVT
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • AV Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Atrioventricular block
    • Heart conduction block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4430: Unspecified atrioventricular block

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker

    What procedures does Dr. Tiano perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Tiano 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. Tiano. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
    • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
    • Heart Pacemaker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular

    Does Dr. Tiano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tiano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 353-1133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tiano accept in Norwalk, CT?

    Dr. Tiano in Norwalk, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tiano's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Tiano's Primary Practice

    32 Knight St Ste 101

    Norwalk, CT 06851

    (203) 353-1133

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    Dr. Joseph Tiano's Practice 2

    2800 Main St

    Bridgeport, CT 06606

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    Dr. Joseph Tiano's Practice 3

    1244 Storrs Rd

    Storrs, CT 06268

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - 2025

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025

    What is Dr. Tiano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tiano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356550651.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tiano?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tiano

    What is Dr. Joseph Tiano's specialty?

    Dr. Tiano is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Norwalk, CT. 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. Tiano to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Tiano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tiano is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport 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 Joseph Tiano accepting new patients in Norwalk, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Tiano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Tiano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tiano's office at (203) 353-1133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Tiano?

    Please contact Dr. Tiano's office at (203) 353-1133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Tiano have?

    Dr. Joseph Tiano is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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