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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elrod, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Pelham, AL?
Dr. Jacob Elrod, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Pelham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elrod is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elrod’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elrod’s office at (205) 216-7600.
What languages does Dr. Elrod speak?
Dr. Elrod and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Elrod typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Elrod 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. Elrod. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Elrod typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Elrod 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. Elrod. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Elrod accept my insurance?
Dr. Elrod accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 216-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elrod accept in Pelham, AL?
Dr. Elrod in Pelham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elrod's office located?
Dr. Jacob Elrod's Primary Practice
900 Oak Mountain Commons Ln
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 216-7600
What is Dr. Elrod's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elrod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942733977.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elrod?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elrod
What is Dr. Jacob Elrod's specialty?
Dr. Elrod is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Pelham, AL.
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. Jacob Elrod affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elrod is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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
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Is Jacob Elrod accepting new patients in Pelham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Jacob Elrod is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jacob Elrod offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elrod's office at (205) 216-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jacob Elrod?
Please contact Dr. Elrod's office at (205) 216-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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