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Dr. Donald Switzer, MD

Williamsville, NY

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Switzer, Cardiologist in Williamsville, NY?

    Dr. Donald Switzer, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Williamsville, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Switzer completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Cardiovascular Diseases Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Internal Medicine. Dr. Switzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Switzer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Switzer’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Switzer?

    Dr. Donald Switzer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Switzer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Williamsville/NY community, Dr. Switzer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Switzer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Cardiovascular Diseases Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny

    Is Dr. Switzer board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Switzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Switzer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Switzer treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Switzer 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. Switzer. 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:

    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction

    What procedures does Dr. Switzer perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Switzer 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. Switzer. 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Pacemaker Battery Removal
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
    • Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
    • Pacemaker Box Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
    • 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
    • Pacemaker generator exchange
    • Pacemaker pulse generator replacement
    • Pacemaker device replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
    • 33229: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; multiple lead system

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Pacemaker Pocket Relocation
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Wire Removal
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Pacemaker Revision
    • Pacemaker Site Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Pocket Surgery
    • Pacemaker Lead Extraction
    • Transvenous Electrode Removal
    • Pacemaker Wire Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
    • 33222: Relocation of skin pocket for pacemaker
    • 33235: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
    • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
    • Heart Pacemaker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Insertion of Pacemaker or Defibrillator Lead
    • Transvenous Electrode Placement
    • Pacemaker Lead Implant
    • Defibrillator Wire Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 33216: Insertion of a single transvenous electrode, permanent pacemaker or implantable defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • ICD Generator Replacement
    • Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Repositioning of Pacemaker or Defibrillator Wire
    • Pacemaker Lead Repositioning
    • Defibrillator Electrode Adjustment
    • Heart Device Wire Fix

    CPT Codes:

    • 33215: Repositioning of previously implanted transvenous pacemaker or implantable defibrillator (right atrial or right ventricular) electrode

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Pacemaker Lead (Single)
    • Pacemaker Electrode Extraction
    • Transvenous Lead Removal
    • Heart Lead Removal
    • Pacemaker Wire Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33234: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); single lead system, atrial or ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Relocation of Implantable Defibrillator
    • Defibrillator Pocket Revision
    • ICD Relocation Surgery
    • Move Defibrillator Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 33223: Relocation of skin pocket for implantable defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement (Single Lead)
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • Single Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33262: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single lead system

    Does Dr. Switzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Switzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Switzer accept in Williamsville, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • HealthNow New York

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • Nova Healthcare Administrators

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Switzer's office located?

    Dr. Donald Switzer's Primary Practice

    705 Maple Rd

    Williamsville, NY 14221

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    Dr. Donald Switzer's Practice 2

    6333 Main St Ste 2

    Williamsville, NY 14221

    (716) 630-1484

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

    Dr. Switzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326098112.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Switzer?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Switzer's specialty?

    Dr. Switzer is a Cardiologist near Williamsville, NY. 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. Switzer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Switzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Switzer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Buffalo General Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Donald Switzer accepting new patients in Williamsville, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Switzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Switzer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Switzer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Switzer?

    Please contact Dr. Switzer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Switzer have?

    Dr. Donald Switzer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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