Dr. Alex Parker, MD
Gainesville, FL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Parker, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Alex Parker, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Parker completed his residency at University of Virginia. Dr. Parker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parker’s office.
Where did Dr. Parker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Virginia
Residency: University of Virginia
Medical School: Florida State University
What languages does Dr. Parker speak?
Dr. Parker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Parker treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Parker 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. Parker. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
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:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Parker perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alex Parker 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. Parker's office.
Does Dr. Parker accept my insurance?
Dr. Parker 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. Parker accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Parker in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Parker's office located?
What is Dr. Parker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376809962.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parker
What is Dr. Alex Parker's specialty?
Dr. Parker is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Gainesville, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Parker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Parker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Parker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uf Health Shands Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alex Parker accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alex Parker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Parker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Parker?
Please contact Dr. Parker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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