Cardiologists
Cardiologists by State and City
Heart health, prevention, and advanced cardiac care. Pick a state, then a city — clinicians are sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry.
Top cardiologists procedures
Key stats for the procedures patients ask about most — success rates, average U.S. cost, typical recovery, and annual volume.
Heart Stent
A heart stent is a tiny wire mesh tube used to open up coronary arteries that have become narrowed or blocked by plaque. The procedure, often performed during…
- Success rate
- 91% to 95%
- Avg cost (US)
- $20,000-$45,000 (range)
- Recovery
- 1-3 days (range)
- US volume / yr
- 600,000-1,000,000 (range)
Cardiac Ablation
Cardiac ablation is a procedure used to treat heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias) by creating tiny scars in heart tissue to block irregular electrical…
- Success rate
- 50%–80%
- Avg cost (US)
- $20,000–$50,000 (range)
- Recovery
- 3–7 days (range)
- US volume / yr
- 150,000–250,000/yr (range)
Valve Replacement
Valve replacement is a procedure to swap a damaged or diseased heart valve with a new mechanical or biological tissue valve. By 2026, technology has advanced…
- Success rate
- 93%-100%
- Avg cost (US)
- $80,000–$100,000 (range)
- Recovery
- 3–30 days (range)
- US volume / yr
- 150,000–300,000 (range)
Pacemaker Implantation
A pacemaker implantation is a surgical procedure to place a small, battery-powered device under the skin, usually near the collarbone. The device monitors…
- Success rate
- High (range)
- Avg cost (US)
- $165,000-$172,000 (range)
- Recovery
- 2-7 days (range)
- US volume / yr
- 200,000-400,000 (range)
Cardiac Catheterization
Cardiac catheterization is a diagnostic and interventional procedure where a thin, flexible tube (catheter) is guided through a blood vessel to the heart. It…
- Success rate
- >90%
- Avg cost (US)
- $2,500 - $15,000 (range)
- Recovery
- 1-3 days (typical)
- US volume / yr
- 1,000,000 - 2,000,000 (range)
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About the specialty
What cardiologists do
Cardiologists diagnose and treat conditions of the heart and blood vessels. They manage everything from routine blood-pressure and cholesterol issues to arrhythmias, valve disease, and coronary artery disease. Most cardiology visits are outpatient — a physical exam, review of imaging or lab work, and a plan that combines lifestyle changes, medication, and, when needed, referral to interventional cardiology or cardiac surgery.
Common symptoms cardiologists treat
- Chest pain or pressure
- Shortness of breath
- Heart palpitations
- Dizziness or fainting
- Swelling in legs or ankles
- High blood pressure
Conditions cardiologists manage
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart failure
- Atrial fibrillation
- Hypertension
- Valve disease
- High cholesterol
Questions to ask at your first visit
- 1What tests do I need beyond the EKG and blood work?
- 2Are my symptoms cardiac or something else?
- 3How do my numbers compare to guideline targets?
- 4Which medications will you start me on, and what are the side effects?
- 5When should I go to the ER instead of calling your office?
- 6Do I need to see an interventional cardiologist or electrophysiologist?
How to choose cardiologist
- Confirm board certification in cardiovascular disease (ABIM).
- Look for a sub-specialty match — interventional, electrophysiology, heart failure, or preventive cardiology.
- Ask about hospital affiliation; complex cases benefit from a center that performs your procedure often.
- Check that the office supports remote monitoring for arrhythmias or heart failure if you have those conditions.
- Prefer a practice that can turn around imaging and lab results within 48 hours.
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4 citiesAlaska (AK)
3 citiesArizona (AZ)
5 citiesArkansas (AR)
3 citiesCalifornia (CA)
6 citiesColorado (CO)
4 citiesConnecticut (CT)
4 citiesDelaware (DE)
3 citiesDistrict of Columbia (DC)
1 cityFlorida (FL)
5 citiesGeorgia (GA)
4 citiesHawaii (HI)
3 citiesIdaho (ID)
4 citiesIllinois (IL)
5 citiesIndiana (IN)
4 citiesIowa (IA)
4 citiesKansas (KS)
4 citiesKentucky (KY)
3 citiesLouisiana (LA)
4 citiesMaine (ME)
3 citiesMaryland (MD)
4 citiesMassachusetts (MA)
4 citiesMichigan (MI)
4 citiesMinnesota (MN)
4 citiesMississippi (MS)
3 citiesMissouri (MO)
3 citiesMontana (MT)
4 citiesNebraska (NE)
2 citiesNevada (NV)
3 citiesNew Hampshire (NH)
3 citiesNew Jersey (NJ)
4 citiesNew Mexico (NM)
3 citiesNew York (NY)
6 citiesNorth Carolina (NC)
5 citiesNorth Dakota (ND)
3 citiesOhio (OH)
5 citiesOklahoma (OK)
3 citiesOregon (OR)
3 citiesPennsylvania (PA)
4 citiesRhode Island (RI)
3 citiesSouth Carolina (SC)
4 citiesSouth Dakota (SD)
2 citiesTennessee (TN)
4 citiesTexas (TX)
6 citiesUtah (UT)
3 citiesVermont (VT)
2 citiesVirginia (VA)
4 citiesWashington (WA)
4 citiesWest Virginia (WV)
3 citiesWisconsin (WI)
3 citiesCardiologists — frequently asked
›What does a cardiologist treat?
Cardiologists focus on the conditions and procedures within their board-certified scope of practice. Each clinician profile on Help Me Find A Doctor lists their primary taxonomy from the federal NPPES NPI Registry, so you can confirm the specialty match before you call.
›How do I find a cardiologist near me?
Pick your state below, then your city, to see cardiologists practicing in that metro with verified addresses and phone numbers. You can also search by ZIP code from the Find a Doctor page and filter by insurance.
›Are the cardiologists listed here verified?
Yes. Every listing originates from the federal NPPES NPI Registry, the authoritative U.S. source for clinician identity, credentials, and practice location. Profiles claimed by the clinician or their practice staff carry an additional Verified badge.
›Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist?
It depends on your plan. HMO plans usually require a primary-care referral before a specialist visit, while PPO and most Medicare Advantage plans let you self-refer. Confirm with the office when you book — they verify referral and prior-authorization requirements as part of scheduling.
›How much does a cardiologist visit cost?
A first consultation typically runs $150–$400 without insurance, and a standard specialist copay ($30–$75) with in-network coverage. Elective and cosmetic procedures are generally self-pay. Ask the office for a good-faith estimate before your appointment.
›Is Help Me Find A Doctor free to use?
Yes. Browsing cardiologists, comparing profiles, and requesting appointments are free for patients. We do not sell your search history, and no payment is required to contact a listed clinician.
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