40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Escobar, Interventional Cardiologist in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Jose Escobar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Escobar graduated from Universidade Federal de CiÍncias da Sa?de de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) Faculdade de Medicina and completed his residency at Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Escobar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobar’s office at (334) 280-1500.
Where did Dr. Escobar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Louis a Weiss Meml Hosp | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: University Fed De Rio Grande Do Sul, Faculty De Medicine | Federal University of Rio Grande South / Center of Biological Sciences | Universidade Federal de CiÍncias da Sa?de de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) Faculdade de Medicina
Is Dr. Escobar board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Escobar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Escobar speak?
Dr. Escobar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Escobar typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Escobar 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. Escobar. 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:
- 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:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Escobar typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Escobar may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Escobar accept my insurance?
Dr. Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 280-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escobar accept in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Escobar in Montgomery, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Escobar's office located?
Dr. Jose Escobar's Primary Practice
273 Winton M Blount Loop
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 280-1500
What is Dr. Escobar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053341024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escobar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escobar
What is Dr. Jose Escobar's specialty?
Dr. Escobar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Montgomery, AL.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Jose Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Escobar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Central Alabama Va Medical Center - Montgomery. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jose Escobar accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Escobar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (334) 280-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Escobar?
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (334) 280-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Escobar have?
Dr. Jose Escobar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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