Eric Caruso, PA is in Philadelphia, PA specializing in cardiology (heart disease). Eric Caruso, PA is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital and EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC.
1200 West Tabor Road
Philadelphia, PA 19141
401 Township Line Road
Elkins Park, PA 19027
5753 Wayne Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
9880 Bustleton Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19115
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Tracheostomy
Tracheostomy or tracheotomy is a surgical procedure to open an airway in a blocked trachea, or windpipe. A small hole is created in the neck, and a tube is often inserted into the hole to provide support and drainage. The patient can breathe through the hole that is created.
Tracheostomy is performed for a variety of reasons when a bypass to the normal airway is needed. A patient may have an object lodged in their throat or have an injury that damaged their windpipe. They may have cancer or a swelling in their throat that stops air from moving freely. Sometimes tracheostomy is performed to make breathing easier when patients are paralyzed or have trouble coming off a ventilator.
A tracheostomy can be temporary or permanent. A temporary tracheostomy tends to heal over easily when the tube is removed, leaving a small scar. A permanent tracheostomy can make speech difficult at first. It takes time to learn how to use the throat and air in a new way.
Tracheostomy is a fairly simple procedure, but it can make all the difference in a life or death situation.
Volume of procedures performed by Eric Caruso, PA for Medicare patients.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Eric Caruso, PA treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
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He is certified by the Physician Assistant Cardiovascular Disease and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Board Certification: Physician Assistant Cardiovascular Disease
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Eric Caruso, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Eric Caruso, PA appears to accept the following insurance providers: QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, Independence Blue Cross, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Jefferson Health Plans Medicare and Marketplace (formerly Health Partners Plans), Motor Vehicle Insurance, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Highmark Wholecare (Medicare only), Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.
According to our sources, Eric Caruso, PA accepts the following insurance providers:
Eric Caruso, PA has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 102 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Eric Caruso, PA from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.
These charts describe general payments received by Eric Caruso, PA. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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OPTIMIZER $187 |
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LifeVest $53 |
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VERQUVO $32 |
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JARDIANCE $18 |
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CAMZYOS $15 |
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Mr. Eric Caruso practices cardiology (heart disease) in Philadelphia, PA and Elkins Park, PA. His areas of expertise include mitral valve prolapse, aortic aneurysm, and aortic stenosis. Mr. Caruso is affiliated with Jefferson Health. He has a 4.5 out of 5 star average patient rating. He accepts Blue California, Coventry, Devon Health, and more. He welcomes new patients at his office inElkins Park, PA as reported by Jefferson Health.
