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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silverstein, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Joshua Silverstein, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Silverstein is fluent in English and Sign Languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silverstein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silverstein’s office at (614) 224-2281.
Is Dr. Silverstein board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Silverstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Silverstein speak?
Dr. Silverstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sign Languages
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Silverstein typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Silverstein 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. Silverstein. 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:
- 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
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Silverstein typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Silverstein 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. Silverstein. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Silverstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Silverstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 224-2281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silverstein accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Silverstein in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silverstein's office located?
Dr. Joshua Silverstein's Primary Practice
320 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(614) 224-2281
What is Dr. Silverstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silverstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952587743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silverstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silverstein
What is Dr. Joshua Silverstein's specialty?
Dr. Silverstein is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Joshua Silverstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silverstein is affiliated with Acmh Hospital, Heritage Valley Sewickley 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Silverstein accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Silverstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Silverstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silverstein's office at (614) 224-2281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Silverstein?
Please contact Dr. Silverstein's office at (614) 224-2281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Silverstein have?
Dr. Joshua Silverstein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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