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Who is Dr. Nugent, Pediatric Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Alan Nugent, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nugent graduated from University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Pediatrics & Child Health. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, Dallas County Medical Society, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, and Texas Medical Association. Dr. Nugent is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nugent’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nugent’s office at (214) 456-2333.
Where did Dr. Nugent go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Children's Hospital Boston - Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology
Residency: Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Pediatrics & Child Health | Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Nugent board certified as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Nugent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nugent speak?
Dr. Nugent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nugent treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Nugent 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. Nugent. 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:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
- Great Vein Malformation
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
- Major Vein Defect
- Abnormal Great Veins
- Large Vein Birth Defect
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q268: Other congenital malformations of great veins
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
What procedures does Dr. Nugent perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Nugent 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. Nugent. 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:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Balloon Angioplasty for Vein Narrowing (Additional Vein)
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
- Venous Angioplasty
- Vein Balloon Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
- 37249: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheter Placement
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
- Selective Artery Catheterization
- Thoracic Artery Catheter
- Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
- 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Heart Shunt Creation for Congenital Defects
- Heart Wall Opening for Blood Flow (Catheter Procedure)
- Transcatheter Intracardiac Shunt
- Congenital Heart Shunt Placement
- Stent for Heart Defect
- Cardiac Catheterization for Shunt
- Transcatheter atrial septostomy
- TAS procedure
- Atrial septal defect creation (catheter)
- Rashkind procedure
CPT Codes:
- 33745: Transcatheter intracardiac shunt (TIS) creation by stent placement for congenital cardiac anomalies to establish effective intracardiac flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, left and right heart diagnostic cardiac catheterization for congenital cardiac anomalies, and target zone angioplasty, when performed (eg, atrial septum, Fontan fenestration, right ventricular outflow tract, Mustard/Senning/Warden baffles); initial intracardiac shunt
- 33741: Transcatheter atrial septostomy (TAS) for congenital cardiac anomalies to create effective atrial flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, any method (eg, Rashkind, Sang-Park, balloon, cutting balloon, blade)
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stent Placement
- Lung Artery Stent
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Revascularization
- Pulmonary Artery Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 33902: Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Valve Implantation (Percutaneous)
- Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implant
- TPVI Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 33477: Transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation, percutaneous approach, including pre-stenting of the valve delivery site, when performed
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Does Dr. Nugent accept my insurance?
Dr. Nugent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 456-2333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nugent accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nugent in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthPartners
NASA
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nugent's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Cardiology
Member
American Heart Association
Member
Dallas County Medical Society
Member
Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Member
Texas Medical Association
Member
What is Dr. Nugent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nugent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962493205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nugent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nugent
What is Dr. Alan Nugent's specialty?
Dr. Nugent is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Chicago, IL. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Nugent to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Nugent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nugent is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Alan Nugent accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Alan Nugent is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Nugent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nugent's office at (214) 456-2333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Nugent?
Please contact Dr. Nugent's office at (214) 456-2333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Nugent have?
Dr. Alan Nugent is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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