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. 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.
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 as a 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Hecht typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Does Dr. Hecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecht 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. 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?
CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building
177 Ft. Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
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.
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. 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 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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