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Who is Dr. Santoni-Rugiu, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Florham Park, NJ?
Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Florham Park, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Santoni-Rugiu is fluent in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santoni-Rugiu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santoni-Rugiu’s office at (908) 277-8700.
What languages does Dr. Santoni-Rugiu speak?
Dr. Santoni-Rugiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Santoni-Rugiu typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Santoni-Rugiu 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. Santoni-Rugiu. 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:
- 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Santoni-Rugiu typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Santoni-Rugiu 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. Santoni-Rugiu. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Santoni-Rugiu accept my insurance?
Dr. Santoni-Rugiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 277-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santoni-Rugiu accept in Florham Park, NJ?
Dr. Santoni-Rugiu in Florham Park, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Santoni-Rugiu's office located?
Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu also offers virtual visits
Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu's Primary Practice
140 Park Ave
Florham Park, NJ 07932
(908) 277-8700
What is Dr. Santoni-Rugiu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santoni-Rugiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821024696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santoni-Rugiu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santoni-Rugiu
What is Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu's specialty?
Dr. Santoni-Rugiu is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Florham Park, NJ.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santoni-Rugiu is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical 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
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Is Francesco Santoni-Rugiu accepting new patients in Florham Park, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francesco Santoni-Rugiu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santoni-Rugiu's office at (908) 277-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francesco Santoni-Rugiu?
Please contact Dr. Santoni-Rugiu's office at (908) 277-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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