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Who is Dr. Puga, Cardiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Leopoldo Puga, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Puga is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puga’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puga’s office at (661) 327-7842.
Is Dr. Puga board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Leopoldo Puga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puga speak?
Dr. Puga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Puga typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Puga 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. Puga. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Puga typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Puga 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. Puga. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Line Placement
- Arterial Puncture
- Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Arterial Access
CPT Codes:
- 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery
Does Dr. Puga accept my insurance?
Dr. Puga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-7842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puga accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Puga in Bakersfield, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puga's office located?
Dr. Leopoldo Puga's Primary Practice
8327 Brimhall Rd Ste 701
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 327-7842
What is Dr. Puga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659312536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puga
What is Dr. Leopoldo Puga's specialty?
Dr. Puga is a Cardiologist near Bakersfield, CA.
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. Leopoldo Puga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puga is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Providence Holy Cross 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leopoldo Puga accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leopoldo Puga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leopoldo Puga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puga's office at (661) 327-7842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leopoldo Puga?
Please contact Dr. Puga's office at (661) 327-7842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leopoldo Puga have?
Dr. Leopoldo Puga is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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