28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Athill, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Charles Athill, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Athill graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Athill is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athill’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athill’s office at (858) 244-6800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Athill?
Dr. Charles Athill, 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. Athill empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Radiofrequency Ablation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Athill is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Athill go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Athill speak?
Dr. Athill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Athill typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Athill 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. Athill. 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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
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]
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Athill typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Athill 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. Athill. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
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:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
Does Dr. Athill accept my insurance?
Dr. Athill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 244-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Athill accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Athill in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Athill's office located?
Dr. Charles Athill's Primary Practice
3131 Berger Ave Ste 200
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 244-6800
What is Dr. Athill's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Athill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174504252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athill?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Athill
What is Dr. Charles Athill's specialty?
Dr. Athill is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near San Diego, 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. Charles Athill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Athill is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista 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 Charles Athill accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Athill is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Athill offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Athill's office at (858) 244-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Athill?
Please contact Dr. Athill's office at (858) 244-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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