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47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Papapietro, Interventional Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Silvio Papapietro, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Papapietro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papapietro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papapietro’s office at (205) 731-2050.
Where did Dr. Papapietro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad De Chile
What languages does Dr. Papapietro speak?
Dr. Papapietro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Papapietro treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Papapietro 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. Papapietro. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
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:
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Papapietro perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Silvio Papapietro may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Papapietro's office.
Does Dr. Papapietro accept my insurance?
Dr. Papapietro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 731-2050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Papapietro accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Papapietro in Birmingham, 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Papapietro's office located?
Dr. Silvio Papapietro's Primary Practice
2000 6th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 731-2050
Dr. Silvio Papapietro's Practice 2
1800 AL Highway 157 Ste 100
Cullman, AL 35058
(256) 736-2273
What is Dr. Papapietro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Papapietro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467483933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papapietro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Papapietro
What is Dr. Silvio Papapietro's specialty?
Dr. Papapietro is a Interventional Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Papapietro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Silvio Papapietro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Papapietro is affiliated with UAB Hospital 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Silvio Papapietro accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Silvio Papapietro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Silvio Papapietro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Papapietro's office at (205) 731-2050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Silvio Papapietro?
Please contact Dr. Papapietro's office at (205) 731-2050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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