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Who is Dr. Bridges, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Duane Bridges, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bridges graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Bridges is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bridges’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bridges’s office at (310) 973-0600.
Where did Dr. Bridges go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Cardiovascular Diseases | Department of Veterans Affairs | Veterans Affairs W. Los Angeles Healthcare Systems, CA | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Morehouse Sch of Med, Atlanta Ga | Morehouse School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bridges speak?
Dr. Bridges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Bridges typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Bridges typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
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:
- 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
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:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
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:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Bridges accept my insurance?
Dr. Bridges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 973-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bridges accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Bridges in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bridges' office located?
What is Dr. Bridges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bridges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154352011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bridges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bridges
What is Dr. Duane Bridges's specialty?
Dr. Bridges is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Duane Bridges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bridges is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Duane Bridges accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Duane Bridges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Duane Bridges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (310) 973-0600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Duane Bridges?
Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (310) 973-0600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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