CA
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alves, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Thousand Oaks, CA?
Dr. Carlos Alves, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Thousand Oaks, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Alves is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alves’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alves’s office at (805) 768-4198.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alves?
Dr. Carlos Alves, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alves empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Thousand Oaks, CA community, Dr. Alves is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Alves speak?
Dr. Alves and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Alves typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Alves 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. Alves. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Alves typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Alves 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. Alves. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
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)
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Pocket Relocation
- Pacemaker Revision
- Pacemaker Site Adjustment
- Pacemaker Pocket Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33222: Relocation of skin pocket for pacemaker
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:
- Relocation of Implantable Defibrillator
- Defibrillator Pocket Revision
- ICD Relocation Surgery
- Move Defibrillator Device
CPT Codes:
- 33223: Relocation of skin pocket for implantable defibrillator
Does Dr. Alves accept my insurance?
Dr. Alves accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 768-4198 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alves accept in Thousand Oaks, CA?
Dr. Alves in Thousand Oaks, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Alves' office located?
Dr. Carlos Alves' Primary Practice
2220 Lynn Rd Ste 203
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 768-4198
What is Dr. Alves's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558342717.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alves?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alves
What is Dr. Carlos Alves's specialty?
Dr. Alves is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Thousand Oaks, CA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Carlos Alves affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alves is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center 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 Carlos Alves accepting new patients in Thousand Oaks, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Alves is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Alves offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alves's office at (805) 768-4198 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Alves?
Please contact Dr. Alves's office at (805) 768-4198 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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