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Dr. Jaime Altamirano, MD

Miami, FL

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Altamirano, Cardiologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Jaime Altamirano, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Altamirano graduated from University of Duhok Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Cardiovascular Diseases; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. Dr. Altamirano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altamirano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altamirano’s office at (305) 227-1733.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Cardiovascular Diseases; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: University Catol De Santiago De Guayaquil, Fac De Med, Guayaquil, Ecuador | University of Duhok Faculty of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Altamirano board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jaime Altamirano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Altamirano speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Altamirano treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Altamirano 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. Altamirano. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Disease
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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 Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Which procedures does Dr. Altamirano perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jaime Altamirano may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Altamirano's office.

    Does Dr. Altamirano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Altamirano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 227-1733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Altamirano accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Altamirano in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Bright Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • SOLIS Health Plans

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    Where is Dr. Altamirano's office located?

    Dr. Jaime Altamirano's Primary Practice

    11760 SW 40th St Ste 335

    Miami, FL 33175

    (305) 227-1733

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    Dr. Jaime Altamirano's Practice 2

    11750 Bird Rd Ste 306

    Miami, FL 33175

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

    Dr. Altamirano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346290863.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altamirano?

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

    What is Dr. Jaime Altamirano's specialty?

    Dr. Altamirano is a Cardiologist near Miami, FL. 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. Altamirano to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jaime Altamirano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Altamirano is affiliated with Jackson South 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Jaime Altamirano accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Jaime Altamirano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jaime Altamirano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office at (305) 227-1733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jaime Altamirano?

    Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office at (305) 227-1733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime Altamirano have?

    Dr. Jaime Altamirano is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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