Dr. Stuart Solomon, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Solomon graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio.
Dr. Solomon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Solomon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Solomon’s office at (713) 790-0841.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Solomon?
Dr. Stuart Solomon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Solomon empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Arrhythmias, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Houston/TX community, Dr. Solomon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Solomon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Solomon board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Solomon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Solomon speak?
Dr. Solomon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Solomon treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Solomon 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. Solomon. 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 Disease with Angina
Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
Chest Pain from Heart Disease
Angina Pectoris
Silent Coronary Artery Disease
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
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:
Atrial Fibrillation
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
Fainting
Syncope
Passing out
Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Solomon perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Solomon 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. Solomon. 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:
Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
Under-Skin Heart Monitor
Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
Permanent Pacemaker Placement
Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
Leg Artery Stent Placement
Femoral Artery Stenting
Popliteal Artery Stenting
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
Carotid Artery Angiography with Catheter
Cerebral Angiography
Carotid Artery Imaging
Innominate Artery Angiography
CPT Codes:
36222: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral extracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
37215: Transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), cervical carotid artery, open or percutaneous, including angioplasty, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation; with distal embolic protection
Also known as:
Leg Artery Stent Placement and Angioplasty
Tibial artery stenting
Peroneal artery angioplasty
Leg revascularization
Peripheral artery disease treatment
CPT Codes:
37230: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
Femoral Artery Angioplasty
Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
Intravascular Stent Insertion
Transcatheter Stenting
Peripheral Artery Stent
CPT Codes:
37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery
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:
Carotid Artery Angiography
Cerebral Angiography
Neck Artery X-ray
Carotid Artery Imaging
Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
Iliac Artery Stent Placement
Endovascular iliac artery stenting
Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
Heart Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular
Also known as:
Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
Heart artery shockwave therapy
Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
Coronary artery calcification treatment
Coronary lithotripsy
Heart artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Solomon accept my insurance?
Dr. Solomon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 790-0841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Solomon accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Solomon in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Solomon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Solomon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336148568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Solomon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Solomon
What is Dr. Stuart Solomon's specialty?
Dr. Solomon is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX.
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. Solomon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stuart Solomon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Solomon is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. 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 Stuart Solomon accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Solomon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stuart Solomon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Solomon's office at (713) 790-0841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Solomon?
Please contact Dr. Solomon's office at (713) 790-0841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Solomon have?
Dr. Stuart Solomon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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