Who is Dr. Machado, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Southfield, MI?
Dr. Christian Machado, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Southfield, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Machado graduated from Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Cardiovascular Diseases Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Family Practice.
Dr. Machado is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Machado’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Machado’s office at (248) 551-2446.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Machado?
Dr. Christian Machado, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Machado empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Southfield/MI community, Dr. Machado is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Machado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Cardiovascular Diseases Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Family Practice
Medical School: Inst Tech De Santo Dom (Intec)- Esc De Med- Fac De Med- Santo Domingo | Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud
Is Dr. Machado board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Machado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Machado speak?
Dr. Machado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Machado treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Machado 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. Machado. 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:
Heart Palpitations
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Atrial Fibrillation
Slow Heart Rate
Arrhythmia
Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
Complete Heart Block
First-Degree Heart Block
Sick sinus syndrome
Skipped Heartbeat
Fluttering Heart
Pounding Heart
Sinus Node Dysfunction
Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
SSS
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm
Bradycardia
Slow Pulse
Low Heart Rate
Irregular heartbeat
Heart rhythm disorder
Cardiac dysrhythmia
Cardiac Dysrhythmia
Irregular Heartbeat
Heart Rhythm Problems
Persistent atrial fibrillation
Complete AV Block
Third-Degree Heart Block
First-Degree AV Block
Mild Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
R002: Palpitations
I495: Sick sinus syndrome
I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
Also known as:
Cardiomyopathy
Heart Muscle Disease
Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
Having a Pacemaker
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
ICD implant
Automatic defibrillator
Implanted heart shock device
Heart pacemaker
Artificial pacemaker
Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
Fainting
Syncope
Passing out
Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Silent Coronary Artery Disease
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
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
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:
Other Cardiac Implants
Heart Devices
Cardiac Grafts
Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
What procedures does Dr. Machado perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Machado 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. Machado. 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:
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:
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:
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:
Defibrillator Generator Replacement (Single Lead)
ICD Generator Change
Implantable Defibrillator Battery Replacement
Single Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
33262: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single 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:
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:
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 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
Dr. Machado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 551-2446 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Machado accept in Southfield, MI?
Dr. Machado in Southfield, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Machado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Machado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780667246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Machado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Machado
What is Dr. Christian Machado's specialty?
Dr. Machado is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Southfield, MI.
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. Contact Dr. Machado to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Machado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Machado is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital - Novi Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Explore Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on
EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find
the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more.
See all our health guides to find
trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christian Machado accepting new patients in Southfield, MI?
Yes, Dr. Christian Machado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Machado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Machado's office at (248) 551-2446 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Machado?
Please contact Dr. Machado's office at (248) 551-2446 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Machado have?
Dr. Christian Machado is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist Near Southfield, MI
Dr. Dipak Shah, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Southfield, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.