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Dr. Rafael Papaleo, MD

Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiologist

Albany, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Papaleo, Cardiologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Rafael Papaleo, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Papaleo graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas. Dr. Papaleo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papaleo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papaleo’s office at (518) 292-6200.

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

    • Medical School: Escuela De Medicina, San Juan Bautista | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Papaleo speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Papaleo 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. Papaleo. 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:

    • 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
    • Calcified Coronary Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Hardened Coronary Arteries
    • Coronary Artery Calcification
    • Calcium in Heart Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I2584: Coronary atherosclerosis due to calcified coronary lesion

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

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

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Papaleo 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. Papaleo. 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:

    • 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:

    • Temporary Pacemaker Electrode Insertion
    • Temporary Cardiac Pacing Lead Placement
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Catheter Insertion
    • Single Chamber Temporary Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33210: Insertion or replacement of temporary transvenous single chamber cardiac electrode or pacemaker catheter (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Papaleo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Papaleo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 292-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Papaleo accept in Albany, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Papaleo's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Papaleo's Primary Practice

    7 Southwoods Blvd

    Albany, NY 12211

    (518) 292-6200

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    Dr. Rafael Papaleo's Practice 2

    2231 Burdett Ave Ste 160

    Troy, NY 12180

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

    Dr. Papaleo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932190899.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papaleo?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Papaleo's specialty?

    Dr. Papaleo is a Cardiologist near Albany, NY.

    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. Rafael Papaleo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Papaleo is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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

    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. Rafael Papaleo accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Papaleo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Papaleo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Papaleo's office at (518) 292-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Papaleo?

    Please contact Dr. Papaleo's office at (518) 292-6200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Papaleo's office located?

    Dr. Papaleo's offices are located in Albany, NY and Troy, NY.