17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Levitt, Cardiologist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Howard Levitt, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Levitt graduated from Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science and completed his residency at St Luke's Med Center. Dr. Levitt is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levitt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levitt’s office at (973) 926-7852.
Where did Dr. Levitt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Lenox Hill Hospital
Residency: St Luke's Med Center
Medical School: Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science
What languages does Dr. Levitt speak?
Dr. Levitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Levitt treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Levitt 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. Levitt. 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:
- 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:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
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
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Levitt perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Levitt 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. Levitt's office.
Does Dr. Levitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Levitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 926-7852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Levitt accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Levitt in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Levitt's office located?
What is Dr. Levitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Levitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437341922.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Levitt
What is Dr. Howard Levitt's specialty?
Dr. Levitt is a Cardiologist near Newark, NJ. 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. Levitt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Levitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Levitt is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Howard Levitt accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Howard Levitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Levitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Levitt's office at (973) 926-7852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Levitt?
Please contact Dr. Levitt's office at (973) 926-7852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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