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Dr. Michael West, MD
Tucumcari, NM
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. West, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Tucumcari, NM?
Dr. Michael West, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Tucumcari, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. West graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, General Surgery. Dr. West is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office at (505) 609-6770.
Where did Dr. West go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, General Surgery | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. West board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael West, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. West speak?
Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. West treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Complete Heart Block
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Abnormal Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Cardiac Arrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R008: Other abnormalities of heart beat
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does Dr. West perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:
- 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:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
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
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:
- 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
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:
- 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
Does Dr. West accept my insurance?
Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 609-6770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in Tucumcari, NM?
Dr. West in Tucumcari, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. West's office located?
Dr. Michael West's Primary Practice
301 E Miel de Luna Ave
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(505) 609-6770
Dr. Michael West's Practice 2
201 Cedar St SE Ste 7600
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-2599
Dr. Michael West's Practice 3
407 S Schwartz Ave Ste 202
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 609-6770
What is Dr. West's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902829021.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West
What is Dr. Michael West's specialty?
Dr. West is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Tucumcari, NM. 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. Contact Dr. West to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Plains Regional Medical Center, Lincoln County Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Michael West accepting new patients in Tucumcari, NM?
Yes, Dr. Michael West is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael West offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. West's office at (505) 609-6770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael West?
Please contact Dr. West's office at (505) 609-6770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael West have?
Dr. Michael West is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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