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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ward, Cardiologist in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Alexandra Ward, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ward is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office at (757) 873-0360.
What languages does Dr. Ward speak?
Dr. Ward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ward treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Slow Heart Rate
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Ward perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexandra Ward 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. Ward's office.
Does Dr. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Ward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 873-0360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ward accept in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Ward in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ward's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Ward's Primary Practice
11803 Jefferson Ave Ste 110
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 873-0360
What is Dr. Ward's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548536451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ward
What is Dr. Alexandra Ward's specialty?
Dr. Ward is a Cardiologist near Newport News, VA. 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. Ward to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Alexandra Ward accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Ward is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Ward offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (757) 873-0360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Ward?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (757) 873-0360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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