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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polena, Interventional Cardiologist in Huntington, NY?
Dr. Sotir Polena, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Huntington, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Polena graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TIRANES and completed his residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center Program. Dr. Polena is fluent in English, Albanian, and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polena’s office at (631) 385-0022.
Where did Dr. Polena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Flushing Hospital Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Tiranes, Fac of Med, Tirana, Albania | UNIVERSITY OF TIRANES
Is Dr. Polena board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sotir Polena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Polena speak?
Dr. Polena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Polena typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Polena 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. Polena. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
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
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Polena typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Polena 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. Polena. 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:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
CPT Codes:
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Does Dr. Polena accept my insurance?
Dr. Polena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 385-0022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polena accept in Huntington, NY?
Dr. Polena in Huntington, NY 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)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polena's office located?
What is Dr. Polena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023206505.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polena
What is Dr. Sotir Polena's specialty?
Dr. Polena is a Interventional Cardiologist near Huntington, NY.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Sotir Polena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polena is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Peconic Bay Medical Center, South Shore University Hospital, Mather Hospital 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 Sotir Polena accepting new patients in Huntington, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sotir Polena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sotir Polena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polena's office at (631) 385-0022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sotir Polena?
Please contact Dr. Polena's office at (631) 385-0022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sotir Polena have?
Dr. Sotir Polena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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