23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prieto, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Alfonso Prieto, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Prieto completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ny And Presby Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Prieto is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prieto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prieto’s office at (518) 458-2000.
Where did Dr. Prieto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Presbyterian Hospital Of New York
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ny And Presby Hosp, Internal Medicine | Presbyterian Hospital Of New York
Medical School: University Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr
Is Dr. Prieto board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alfonso Prieto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prieto speak?
Dr. Prieto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prieto treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Prieto 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. Prieto. 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Prieto perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alfonso Prieto 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. Prieto's office.
Does Dr. Prieto accept my insurance?
Dr. Prieto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 458-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prieto accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Prieto in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthNow New York
Martin's Point
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prieto's office located?
What is Dr. Prieto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prieto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063411783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prieto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prieto
What is Dr. Alfonso Prieto's specialty?
Dr. Prieto is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Albany, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Prieto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alfonso Prieto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prieto is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital, Albany Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Alfonso Prieto accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alfonso Prieto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfonso Prieto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prieto's office at (518) 458-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfonso Prieto?
Please contact Dr. Prieto's office at (518) 458-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfonso Prieto have?
Dr. Alfonso Prieto is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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