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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simons, Cardiologist in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Richard Simons, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Seaford, DE. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Simons completed his residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Simons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simons’s office at (302) 536-0053.
Where did Dr. Simons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa
What languages does Dr. Simons speak?
Dr. Simons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Simons typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Simons 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. Simons. 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Simons typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Simons performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Simons. 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:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Simons accept my insurance?
Dr. Simons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 536-0053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simons accept in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Simons in Seaford, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simons' office located?
What is Dr. Simons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861454308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simons
What is Dr. Richard Simons's specialty?
Dr. Simons is a Cardiologist near Seaford, DE.
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. Richard Simons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simons is affiliated with Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Wilmington Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University 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
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Is Richard Simons accepting new patients in Seaford, DE?
Yes, Dr. Richard Simons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Simons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simons's office at (302) 536-0053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Simons?
Please contact Dr. Simons's office at (302) 536-0053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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