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Dr. Peter Scalise, MD

Cardiologist

Gadsden, AL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Scalise, Cardiologist in Gadsden, AL?

    Dr. Peter Scalise, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Scalise is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scalise’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scalise’s office at (256) 492-9924.

    What languages does Dr. Scalise speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Scalise typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Scalise 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. Scalise. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Scalise typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Scalise may include:

    Please contact Dr. Scalise's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Scalise accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scalise accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 492-9924 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scalise accept in Gadsden, AL?

    Dr. Scalise in Gadsden, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Tall Tree Administrators

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Scalise's office located?

    Dr. Peter Scalise's Primary Practice

    1102 Goodyear Ave

    Gadsden, AL 35903

    (256) 492-9924

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    What hospitals are Dr. Scalise affiliated with?

    Dr. Scalise has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Gadsden Regional Medical Center,Gadsden, AL
    Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center,Centre, AL

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

    Dr. Scalise's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356330955.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scalise?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Scalise's specialty?

    Dr. Scalise is a Cardiologist near Gadsden, AL.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Peter Scalise affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Scalise is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gadsden Regional Medical Center, Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Dr. Peter Scalise accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Scalise is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Scalise offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scalise's office at (256) 492-9924 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Scalise?

    Please contact Dr. Scalise's office at (256) 492-9924 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Scalise's office located?

    Dr. Scalise's office is located in Gadsden, AL.