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Dr. Robert Donovan, MD
Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Donovan, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Robert Donovan, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Donovan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Donovan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Donovan’s office at (717) 544-8300.
What languages does Dr. Donovan speak?
Dr. Donovan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Donovan typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Donovan 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. Donovan. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Donovan typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Donovan 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
Please contact Dr. Donovan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Donovan accept my insurance?
Dr. Donovan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Donovan accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Donovan in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Donovan's office located?
Dr. Robert Donovan's Primary Practice
1000 Bower Hill Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(717) 544-8300
What is Dr. Donovan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Donovan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275894719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Donovan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Donovan
What is Dr. Robert Donovan's specialty?
Dr. Donovan is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Robert Donovan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Donovan is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital, St. Clair Hospital 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 Robert Donovan accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Donovan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Donovan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Donovan's office at (717) 544-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Donovan?
Please contact Dr. Donovan's office at (717) 544-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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