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Dr. Heather Giacone, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giacone, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Heather Giacone, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Giacone is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giacone’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giacone’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Giacone speak?
Dr. Giacone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Giacone typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Giacone 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. Giacone. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- SVT
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4719: Other supraventricular tachycardia
- R002: Palpitations
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Giacone typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Giacone 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. Giacone. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Giacone accept my insurance?
Dr. Giacone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giacone accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Giacone in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Giacone's office located?
What is Dr. Giacone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giacone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801206503.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giacone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giacone
What is Dr. Heather Giacone's specialty?
Dr. Giacone is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Heather Giacone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giacone is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heather Giacone accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Giacone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Giacone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giacone's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Giacone?
Please contact Dr. Giacone's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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