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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dufresne, Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alix Dufresne, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Dufresne graduated from Tay Nguyen Universite Ecole de Medecine and completed his residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; North Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dufresne is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dufresne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dufresne’s office at (718) 613-4000.
Where did Dr. Dufresne go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; North Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Brooklyn Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University Claude-Bernard, Uer De Med Grange Blanche, Lyon, (Lyon I) | Tay Nguyen Universite Ecole de Medecine
Is Dr. Dufresne board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alix Dufresne, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dufresne speak?
Dr. Dufresne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Dufresne typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Dufresne 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. Dufresne. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Dufresne typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alix Dufresne may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Dufresne's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dufresne accept my insurance?
Dr. Dufresne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 613-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dufresne accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Dufresne in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
Elderplan
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dufresne's office located?
What is Dr. Dufresne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dufresne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700819950.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dufresne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dufresne
What is Dr. Alix Dufresne's specialty?
Dr. Dufresne is a Cardiologist near Brooklyn, 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 this Dr. Alix Dufresne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dufresne is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
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Is Alix Dufresne accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alix Dufresne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alix Dufresne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dufresne's office at (718) 613-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alix Dufresne?
Please contact Dr. Dufresne's office at (718) 613-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alix Dufresne have?
Dr. Alix Dufresne is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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