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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Soto, Cardiologist in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Hector Soto, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Soto graduated from Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Soto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Soto’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Soto’s office at (956) 362-8740.
Where did Dr. Soto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Barnabas Hospital | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: Inst Tech De Santo Dom (Intec)- Esc De Med- Fac De Med- Santo Domingo | Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Instituto TecnolÛgico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud
What languages does Dr. Soto speak?
Dr. Soto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Soto typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Soto 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. Soto. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Soto typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Soto 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. Soto. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography with Catheter
- Cerebral Angiography
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Innominate Artery Angiography
CPT Codes:
- 36222: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral extracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
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 Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Soto accept my insurance?
Dr. Soto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-8740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Soto accept in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Soto in Edinburg, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Soto's office located?
What is Dr. Soto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Soto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386690360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Soto
What is Dr. Hector Soto's specialty?
Dr. Soto is a Cardiologist near Edinburg, TX.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Hector Soto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Soto is affiliated with Dhr Health, Dhr Health, Mission 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 Hector Soto accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?
Yes, Dr. Hector Soto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Soto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Soto's office at (956) 362-8740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Soto?
Please contact Dr. Soto's office at (956) 362-8740 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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