40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hecht, Cardiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Susan Hecht, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hecht completed her residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building. Dr. Hecht is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hecht’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hecht’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Hecht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Hecht board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Hecht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hecht speak?
Dr. Hecht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hecht treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hecht 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. Hecht. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5089: Other heart failure
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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Sounds
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Extra Heart Sounds
- Unusual Heart Noises
ICD-10 Codes:
- R012: Other cardiac sounds
Does Dr. Hecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hecht accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Hecht in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
Peak
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?
CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building
177 Ft. Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Hecht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487639035.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hecht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hecht
What is Dr. Susan Hecht's specialty?
Dr. Hecht is a Cardiologist near New York, NY. 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. Hecht to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Susan Hecht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hecht is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Susan Hecht accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Susan Hecht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Hecht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Hecht?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Hecht have?
Dr. Susan Hecht is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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