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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 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. 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 as a 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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
What procedures does Dr. O'brien perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. O'brien 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. 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:
- 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:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Pacemaker Battery Removal
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
- Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
- Pacemaker Box Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
- 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
- Pacemaker generator exchange
- Pacemaker pulse generator replacement
- Pacemaker device replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
- 33229: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement (Single Lead)
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- Single Lead Defibrillator Replacement
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33262: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single lead system
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
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
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)
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Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
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Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
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, Glens Falls Hospital, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Westchester Medical Center, A.O. Fox 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?
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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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