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Dr. James O'brien, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'brien, Cardiologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. James O'brien, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. O'brien graduated from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (518) 292-6000.

    Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain

    Is Dr. O'brien board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?

    Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. O'brien treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • SVT
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete

    Also known as:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Which procedures does Dr. O'brien perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James O'brien may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. O'brien's office.

    Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 292-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. O'brien in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthNow New York

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?

    Dr. James O'brien's Primary Practice

    7 Southwoods Blvd

    Albany, NY 12211

    (518) 292-6000

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    Dr. James O'brien's Practice 2

    2200 Burdett Ave Ste 202

    Troy, NY 12180

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    Dr. James O'brien's Practice 3

    1785 Route 9 Ste 202

    Halfmoon, NY 12065

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    What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770578031.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien

    What is Dr. James O'brien's specialty?

    Dr. O'brien is a Cardiologist near Albany, NY. 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. O'brien to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Saratoga 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James O'brien accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James O'brien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (518) 292-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James O'brien?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (518) 292-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James O'brien have?

    Dr. James O'brien is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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