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Dr. Joseph Alpert, MD

Dr. Joseph Alpert, MD

Tucson, AZ

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alpert, Cardiologist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Joseph Alpert, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alpert completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alpert is fluent in English, Danish, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alpert’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alpert’s office at (520) 694-8888.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alpert?

    Dr. Joseph Alpert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist 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. Alpert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acute Coronary Syndromes, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Coronary Artery Disease, Preventive Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson/AZ community, Dr. Alpert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Peter Bent Brigham Hospital Cardiovascular Disease

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Alpert board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Alpert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alpert speak?

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

    • Danish

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alpert treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Alpert 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. Alpert. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization

    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

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Alpert perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Alpert may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alpert's office.

    Does Dr. Alpert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alpert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alpert accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Alpert in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alpert's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Alpert's Primary Practice

    535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101

    Tucson, AZ 85711

    (520) 694-8888

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    Dr. Joseph Alpert's Practice 2

    3838 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85719

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    Dr. Joseph Alpert's Practice 3

    2800 E Ajo Way

    Tucson, AZ 85713

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Former Chairman of Medicine at the

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

    Dr. Alpert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265404446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alpert?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Alpert's specialty?

    Dr. Alpert is a Cardiologist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Alpert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Alpert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alpert is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Joseph Alpert accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Alpert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Alpert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alpert's office at (520) 694-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Alpert?

    Please contact Dr. Alpert's office at (520) 694-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Alpert have?

    Dr. Joseph Alpert is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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