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Dr. Joseph Caplan, MD

Dr. Joseph Caplan, MD

Sun City West, AZ

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caplan, Cardiologist in Sun City West, AZ?

    Dr. Joseph Caplan, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Sun City West, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Caplan graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Caplan is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caplan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caplan’s office at (623) 876-8816.

    Where did Dr. Caplan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Cardiovascular Diseases | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Caplan board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Caplan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Caplan speak?

    Dr. Caplan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Caplan treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Caplan 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. Caplan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Caplan perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Caplan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Caplan's office.

    Does Dr. Caplan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caplan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 876-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caplan accept in Sun City West, AZ?

    Dr. Caplan in Sun City West, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Motor Club of America

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Caplan's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Caplan's Primary Practice

    14420 W Meeker Blvd Ste 305

    Sun City West, AZ 85375

    (623) 876-8816

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    Dr. Joseph Caplan's Practice 2

    14001 N 7th St Ste A102

    Phoenix, AZ 85022

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    Dr. Joseph Caplan's Practice 3

    13460 N 94th Dr Ste J1

    Peoria, AZ 85381

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

    Dr. Caplan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346238425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caplan?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Caplan's specialty?

    Dr. Caplan is a Cardiologist near Sun City West, AZ. 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. Caplan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Caplan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caplan is affiliated with Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Baywood 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 Cardiologist?

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    Is Joseph Caplan accepting new patients in Sun City West, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Caplan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Caplan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (623) 876-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Caplan?

    Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (623) 876-8816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Caplan have?

    Dr. Joseph Caplan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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