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Who is Dr. Gentlesk, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Philip Gentlesk, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gentlesk completed his residency at Nat'L Capital Consortium, Cardiovascular Diseases; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gentlesk is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gentlesk’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gentlesk’s office at (757) 252-5660.
Where did Dr. Gentlesk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nat'L Capital Consortium, Cardiovascular Diseases; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Gentlesk board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Gentlesk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gentlesk speak?
Dr. Gentlesk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gentlesk treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gentlesk 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. Gentlesk. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- SVT
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4719: Other supraventricular tachycardia
- R002: Palpitations
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Second-Degree AV Block
- Arrhythmia
- Second-degree heart block
- Partial heart block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I441: Atrioventricular block, second degree
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. Gentlesk perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Gentlesk 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. Gentlesk. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
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:
- 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:
- Atrial Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Atrial Pacing Device
- Heart Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33206: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial
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
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
Does Dr. Gentlesk accept my insurance?
Dr. Gentlesk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 252-5660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gentlesk accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Gentlesk in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gentlesk's office located?
Dr. Philip Gentlesk's Primary Practice
300 Medical Pkwy Ste 120
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 252-5660
Dr. Philip Gentlesk's Practice 3
1031 Loftis Blvd Ste 100
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 736-9860
What is Dr. Gentlesk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gentlesk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528059862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gentlesk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gentlesk
What is Dr. Philip Gentlesk's specialty?
Dr. Gentlesk is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Chesapeake, VA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Gentlesk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philip Gentlesk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gentlesk is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional 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
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Is Philip Gentlesk accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Philip Gentlesk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Gentlesk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gentlesk's office at (757) 252-5660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Gentlesk?
Please contact Dr. Gentlesk's office at (757) 252-5660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Gentlesk have?
Dr. Philip Gentlesk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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