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Who is Dr. Giovannone, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Rensselaer, NY?
Dr. Steven Giovannone, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Rensselaer, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Giovannone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giovannone’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giovannone’s office at (518) 377-8184.
Is Dr. Giovannone board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Giovannone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Giovannone speak?
Dr. Giovannone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Giovannone typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Giovannone 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. Giovannone. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Giovannone typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Giovannone 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. Giovannone. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Giovannone accept my insurance?
Dr. Giovannone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 377-8184 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giovannone accept in Rensselaer, NY?
Dr. Giovannone in Rensselaer, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Giovannone's office located?
What is Dr. Giovannone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giovannone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457558108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giovannone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giovannone
What is Dr. Steven Giovannone's specialty?
Dr. Giovannone is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Rensselaer, NY.
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. Steven Giovannone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giovannone is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Westchester Medical Center 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 Steven Giovannone accepting new patients in Rensselaer, NY?
Yes, Dr. Steven Giovannone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Giovannone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giovannone's office at (518) 377-8184 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Giovannone?
Please contact Dr. Giovannone's office at (518) 377-8184 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Giovannone have?
Dr. Steven Giovannone is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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