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Dr. Valerie Popkin, MD

Dr. Valerie Popkin, MD

Waterford, CT

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Popkin, Cardiologist in Waterford, CT?

    Dr. Valerie Popkin, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Waterford, CT with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Popkin completed her residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Cardiovascular Diseases; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Popkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Popkin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Popkin’s office at (860) 443-4383.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Cardiovascular Diseases; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine | Tufts University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Popkin board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Popkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Popkin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Popkin treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Popkin 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. Popkin. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Popkin perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Valerie Popkin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Popkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Popkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 443-4383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Popkin accept in Waterford, CT?

    Dr. Popkin in Waterford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Popkin's office located?

    Dr. Valerie Popkin's Primary Practice

    196 Parkway S Ste 103

    Waterford, CT 06385

    (860) 443-4383

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    Dr. Valerie Popkin's Practice 2

    365 Montauk Ave

    New London, CT 06320

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

    Dr. Popkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275575409.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Popkin?

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

    What is Dr. Valerie Popkin's specialty?

    Dr. Popkin is a Cardiologist near Waterford, CT. 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. Popkin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Valerie Popkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Popkin is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus 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 Valerie Popkin accepting new patients in Waterford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Popkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie Popkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Popkin's office at (860) 443-4383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Valerie Popkin?

    Please contact Dr. Popkin's office at (860) 443-4383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valerie Popkin have?

    Dr. Valerie Popkin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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