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Who is Dr. Pitts, Interventional Cardiologist in Waco, TX?
Dr. William Pitts, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Pitts graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pitts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitts’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitts’s office.
Where did Dr. Pitts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Pitts board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. William Pitts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pitts speak?
Dr. Pitts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Pitts typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Pitts 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. Pitts. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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. Pitts typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Pitts may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Pitts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pitts accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitts accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Pitts in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pitts' office located?
What is Dr. Pitts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891799300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitts
What is Dr. William Pitts's specialty?
Dr. Pitts is a Interventional Cardiologist near Waco, TX.
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. William Pitts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pitts is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Pitts accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. William Pitts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Pitts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Pitts?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Pitts have?
Dr. William Pitts is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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7125 New Sanger Ave Ste A
Waco, TX 76712