20 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Letts, Interventional Cardiologist in Gastonia, NC?
Where did Dr. Letts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Interventional Cardiology, PA, USA | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Cardiovascular Diseases, PA, USA
Residency: Carolinas Med Center | Carolinas Medical Center
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Letts board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Dustin Letts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007
What languages does Dr. Letts speak?
Dr. Letts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Letts typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Letts 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. Letts. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Letts typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Letts 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. Letts. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Stent Placement
- Femoral Artery Stenting
- Popliteal Artery Stenting
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
- Intravascular Stent Insertion
- Transcatheter Stenting
- Peripheral Artery Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Does Dr. Letts accept my insurance?
Dr. Letts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 868-3256 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Letts accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Letts in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Letts' office located?
Dr. Dustin Letts' Primary Practice
2555 Court Dr Ste 200
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 868-3256
What hospitals are Dr. Letts affiliated with?
Dr. Letts has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of North Carolina Medical Society
Member of American College of Cardiology
What is Dr. Letts's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Letts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982634994.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Letts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Letts