15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Cardiologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Alden Mcdonald, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcdonald graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Mcdonald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonald’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonald’s office at (510) 452-1102.
Where did Dr. Mcdonald go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Mcdonald board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alden Mcdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?
Dr. Mcdonald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mcdonald treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Mcdonald perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alden Mcdonald may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office.
Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 452-1102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonald accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Mcdonald in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?
Dr. Alden Mcdonald's Primary Practice
365 Hawthorne Ave Ste 103
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 452-1102
What is Dr. Mcdonald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083629786.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdonald
What is Dr. Alden Mcdonald's specialty?
Dr. Mcdonald is a Cardiologist near Oakland, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Mcdonald to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alden Mcdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcdonald is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Alden Mcdonald accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alden Mcdonald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alden Mcdonald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (510) 452-1102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alden Mcdonald?
Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (510) 452-1102 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alden Mcdonald have?
Dr. Alden Mcdonald is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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