Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Padula, Interventional Cardiologist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Luis Padula, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Padula completed his residency at Yale University. Dr. Padula is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Padula’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Padula’s office at (956) 630-5522.
Where did Dr. Padula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale University
Medical School: Universidad Central De Venezuela
What languages does Dr. Padula speak?
Dr. Padula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Padula treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Padula 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. Padula. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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
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:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Padula perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Padula 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. Padula. 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:
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
- IABP Placement
- Percutaneous Balloon Pump
- Heart Assist Device Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- 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
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
- Percutaneous VAD Insertion
- Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Heart Support Device Placement
- Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only
Also known as:
- Bilateral Kidney Artery Angiography
- Renal artery imaging
- Kidney blood vessel scan
- Bilateral renal angiography
CPT Codes:
- 36252: Selective catheter placement (first-order), main renal artery and any accessory renal artery(s) for renal angiography, including arterial puncture and catheter placement(s), fluoroscopy, contrast injection(s), image postprocessing, permanent recording of images, and radiological supervision and interpretation, including pressure gradient measurements when performed, and flush aortogram when performed; bilateral
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
Does Dr. Padula accept my insurance?
Dr. Padula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 630-5522 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Padula accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Padula in McAllen, 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
Bath Iron Works
Centene
Community Care Plan
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Padula's office located?
Dr. Luis Padula's Primary Practice
500 E Ridge Rd Ste 300
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 630-5522
What is Dr. Padula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Padula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821093154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Padula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Padula
What is Dr. Luis Padula's specialty?
Dr. Padula is a Interventional Cardiologist near McAllen, TX. 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. Padula to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luis Padula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Padula is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center, DHR Health, Rio Grande Regional 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
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Is Luis Padula accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Luis Padula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Padula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Padula's office at (956) 630-5522 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Padula?
Please contact Dr. Padula's office at (956) 630-5522 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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