26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Monroe, Interventional Cardiologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Stephen Monroe, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Monroe graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Florida Program. Dr. Monroe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Monroe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Monroe’s office.
Where did Dr. Monroe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Florida Program
Medical School: University of Central Florida College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Monroe speak?
Dr. Monroe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Monroe treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Monroe 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. Monroe. 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:
- 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 Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Monroe perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Monroe 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. Monroe. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Monroe accept my insurance?
Dr. Monroe 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. Monroe accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Monroe in Chattanooga, TN 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 BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Monroe's office located?
What is Dr. Monroe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Monroe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447259742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monroe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Monroe
What is Dr. Stephen Monroe's specialty?
Dr. Monroe is a Interventional Cardiologist near Chattanooga, TN. 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. Monroe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Monroe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Monroe is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Parkridge 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Stephen Monroe accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Monroe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Monroe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Monroe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Monroe?
Please contact Dr. Monroe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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