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Dr. Edward Platia, MD

Dr. Edward Platia, MD

Washington, DC

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Platia, Cardiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Edward Platia, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Platia graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Platia is fluent in English, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platia’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platia’s office at (202) 877-2848.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Platia board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Platia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Platia speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Italian

    What conditions does Dr. Platia treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Platia 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. Platia. 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:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Platia perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edward Platia may include:

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

    Does Dr. Platia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Platia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-2848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Platia accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Platia in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Platia's office located?

    Dr. Edward Platia's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-2848

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

    Dr. Platia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114963147.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platia?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Platia's specialty?

    Dr. Platia is a Cardiologist near Washington, DC. 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. Platia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edward Platia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Platia is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center 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 Edward Platia accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Platia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Platia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Platia's office at (202) 877-2848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Platia?

    Please contact Dr. Platia's office at (202) 877-2848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Platia have?

    Dr. Edward Platia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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