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Dr. Carolyn Lacey, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lacey, Cardiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Carolyn Lacey, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lacey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lacey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lacey’s office at (925) 937-1770.

    Where did Dr. Lacey go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Lacey board certified as a Cardiologist?

      Yes, Dr. Carolyn Lacey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Lacey speak?

      Dr. Lacey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Lacey treat?

      As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lacey 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. Lacey. 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:

      • Having a Pacemaker
      • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
      • Heart pacemaker
      • Artificial pacemaker
      • Implanted heart device

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

      Also known as:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Chest Pain
      • Chest discomfort
      • Thoracic pain
      • Upper body pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Shortness of Breath
      • Breathing Problems
      • Difficulty breathing
      • Breathlessness
      • Dyspnea

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0602: Shortness of breath

      Also known as:

      • Atrial Fibrillation
      • Afib
      • A-fib
      • Irregular heart rhythm

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

      Also known as:

      • Other Cardiac Implants
      • Heart Devices
      • Cardiac Grafts
      • Implantable Heart Devices

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

      Also known as:

      • Muscle Weakness
      • Muscle Disorder
      • Loss of strength
      • Fatigue
      • Muscle fatigue

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R531: Weakness

      What procedures does Dr. Lacey perform?

      As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lacey 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. Lacey. 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:

      • 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:

      • 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:

      • 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:

      • 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:

      • 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:

      • 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:

      • Defibrillator Battery Replacement
      • ICD Generator Replacement
      • Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
      • Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement

      CPT Codes:

      • 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system

      Also known as:

      • Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
      • Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
      • Heart pressure sensor placement
      • PA pressure sensor implantation
      • Cardiovascular monitoring device

      CPT Codes:

      • 33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed

      Does Dr. Lacey accept my insurance?

      Dr. Lacey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 937-1770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Lacey accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

      Dr. Lacey in Walnut Creek, 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

      • Contra Costa

      • Crown Cork and Seal Company

      • Hill Physicians Medical Group

      • Humana

      • MAPFRE

      • Medicare

      • SGS North America Inc

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Lacey's office located?

      Dr. Carolyn Lacey's Primary Practice

      1450 Treat Blvd Ste 220B

      Walnut Creek, CA 94597

      (925) 937-1770

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      Dr. Carolyn Lacey's Practice 2

      2700 Grant St Ste 106

      Concord, CA 94520

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      What is Dr. Lacey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

      Dr. Lacey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295717411.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lacey?

      Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lacey

      What is Dr. Carolyn Lacey's specialty?

      Dr. Lacey is a Cardiologist near Walnut Creek, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Lacey to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Carolyn Lacey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Lacey is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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

      Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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      Is Carolyn Lacey accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Carolyn Lacey is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Carolyn Lacey offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Lacey's office at (925) 937-1770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Lacey?

      Please contact Dr. Lacey's office at (925) 937-1770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Lacey have?

      Dr. Carolyn Lacey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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