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Dr. Richard Tucci, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tucci, Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Richard Tucci, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tucci graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Lankenau Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tucci is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucci’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucci’s office at (610) 647-2400.

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

    • Residency: Lankenau Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine | PCOM/Lankenau Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Tucci speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Tucci treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tucci 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. Tucci. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack
    • STEMI Myocardial Infarction
    • Acute MI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
    • I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Heart Disease
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain
    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Tucci perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Tucci may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tucci accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tucci accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 647-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tucci accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Tucci in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Employers Health Options

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tucci's office located?

    Dr. Richard Tucci's Primary Practice

    1703 S Broad St Ste 300

    Philadelphia, PA 19148

    (610) 647-2400

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    Dr. Richard Tucci's Practice 2

    2 Industrial Pkwy Ste 200

    Pottstown, PA 19464

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    Dr. Richard Tucci's Practice 3

    495 Thomas Jones Way Ste 104

    Exton, PA 19341

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

    Dr. Tucci's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275501801.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucci?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Tucci's specialty?

    Dr. Tucci is a Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Tucci to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Tucci affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tucci is affiliated with Paoli Hospital 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

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    Is Richard Tucci accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Tucci is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Tucci offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tucci's office at (610) 647-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Tucci?

    Please contact Dr. Tucci's office at (610) 647-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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