Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pugeda, Cardiologist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Jaime Pugeda, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pugeda completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pugeda is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pugeda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pugeda’s office.
Where did Dr. Pugeda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Med Center | Beth Isreal Medical Center, NY
Is Dr. Pugeda board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Pugeda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pugeda speak?
Dr. Pugeda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Pugeda typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Pugeda 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. Pugeda. 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:
- 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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Pugeda typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jaime Pugeda 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. Pugeda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pugeda accept my insurance?
Dr. Pugeda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pugeda accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Pugeda in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pugeda's office located?
What is Dr. Pugeda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pugeda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639153281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pugeda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pugeda
What is Dr. Jaime Pugeda's specialty?
Dr. Pugeda is a Cardiologist near Gig Harbor, WA.
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. Jaime Pugeda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pugeda is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Good Samaritan 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 Jaime Pugeda accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Pugeda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaime Pugeda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pugeda's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaime Pugeda?
Please contact Dr. Pugeda's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime Pugeda have?
Dr. Jaime Pugeda is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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