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Dr. Rebecca Ascunce, MD

Cardiologist

NEW YORK, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ascunce, Cardiologist in NEW YORK, NY?

    Dr. Rebecca Ascunce, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Ascunce is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ascunce’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ascunce’s office at (917) 300-0553.
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    What languages does Dr. Ascunce speak?

    Dr. Ascunce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ascunce typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ascunce 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. Ascunce. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Does Dr. Ascunce accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ascunce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ascunce accept in NEW YORK, NY?

    Dr. Ascunce in NEW YORK, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ascunce's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian

    145 E 26TH ST

    APT 5C

    NEW YORK, NY 100101829

    (917) 300-0553

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    What is Dr. Ascunce's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ascunce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124203773.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ascunce?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ascunce

    What is Dr. Rebecca Ascunce's specialty?

    Dr. Ascunce is a Cardiologist near NEW YORK, NY.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Rebecca Ascunce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ascunce is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rebecca Ascunce accepting new patients in NEW YORK, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rebecca Ascunce is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rebecca Ascunce offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ascunce's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rebecca Ascunce?

    Please contact Dr. Ascunce's office at (917) 300-0553 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ascunce's office located?

    Dr. Ascunce's office is located in NEW YORK, NY.