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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sokos, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. George Sokos, DO is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sokos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sokos’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sokos’s office at (412) 359-6836.
Where did Dr. Sokos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Sokos board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. George Sokos, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sokos speak?
Dr. Sokos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sokos treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Sokos 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. Sokos. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cardiac and Vascular Implant
- Heart Device
- Blood Vessel Graft
- Cardiovascular Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z959: Presence of cardiac and vascular implant and graft, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
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:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Which procedures does Dr. Sokos perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. George Sokos 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. Sokos' office.
Does Dr. Sokos accept my insurance?
Dr. Sokos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-6836 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sokos accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Sokos in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sokos' office located?
Dr. George Sokos' Primary Practice
1 Medical Center Dr
Morgantown, WV 26506
(412) 359-6836
What is Dr. Sokos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sokos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922277235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sokos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sokos
What is Dr. George Sokos's specialty?
Dr. Sokos is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Morgantown, WV. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Sokos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Sokos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sokos is affiliated with Wvu Medicine - J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Wvu Medicine Wheeling 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
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is George Sokos accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. George Sokos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Sokos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sokos's office at (412) 359-6836 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Sokos?
Please contact Dr. Sokos's office at (412) 359-6836 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Sokos have?
Dr. George Sokos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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