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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hepner, Nuclear Cardiologist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Absalom Hepner, MD is a Nuclear Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hepner graduated from University of California. Dr. Hepner is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hepner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hepner’s office at (949) 364-3570.
Where did Dr. Hepner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Hepner board certified in Nuclear Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Absalom Hepner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hepner speak?
Dr. Hepner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Hepner treat?
As a Nuclear Cardiologist, Dr. Hepner 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. Hepner. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Hepner perform as a Nuclear Cardiologist?
As a Nuclear Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Absalom Hepner 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. Hepner's office.
Does Dr. Hepner accept my insurance?
Dr. Hepner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 364-3570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hepner accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Hepner in Fullerton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hepner's office located?
Dr. Absalom Hepner's Primary Practice
100 E Valencia Mesa Dr Ste 105
Fullerton, CA 92835
(949) 364-3570
What is Dr. Hepner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hepner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205880994.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hepner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hepner
What is Dr. Absalom Hepner's specialty?
Dr. Hepner is a Nuclear Cardiologist near Fullerton, CA. A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology focuses on using radioactive materials and advanced imaging techniques to diagnose and treat various cardiovascular conditions, including the assessment of heart function, blood flow, and the detection of coronary artery disease. Contact Dr. Hepner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Absalom Hepner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hepner is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Nuclear Cardiologist?
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Is Absalom Hepner accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Absalom Hepner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Absalom Hepner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hepner's office at (949) 364-3570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Absalom Hepner?
Please contact Dr. Hepner's office at (949) 364-3570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Absalom Hepner have?
Dr. Absalom Hepner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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