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Dr. Joel Gellman, MD

Dr. Joel Gellman, MD

Fort Lauderdale, FL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gellman, Cardiologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Joel Gellman, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gellman completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Gellman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gellman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gellman’s office at (954) 566-8367.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Cardiovascular Diseases | Johns Hopkins University School Med | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Gellman board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Gellman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gellman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gellman treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gellman 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. Gellman. 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:

    • 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:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Long-term Heart Disease
    • Ongoing Heart Ischemia
    • Chronic Coronary Artery Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
    • HFpEF
    • Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Gellman perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Gellman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gellman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gellman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 566-8367 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gellman accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Gellman in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gellman's office located?

    Dr. Joel Gellman's Primary Practice

    6333 N Federal Hwy Ste 400

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

    (954) 566-8367

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    Dr. Joel Gellman's Practice 2

    201 E Sample Rd # 150

    Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

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

    Dr. Gellman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508855339.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gellman?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Gellman's specialty?

    Dr. Gellman is a Cardiologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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. Gellman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Gellman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gellman is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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

    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 Joel Gellman accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Gellman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Gellman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gellman's office at (954) 566-8367 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Gellman?

    Please contact Dr. Gellman's office at (954) 566-8367 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Gellman have?

    Dr. Joel Gellman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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