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2021 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD for Medicare patients.
31 |
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Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD is a cardiologist in Saint Paul, MN specializing in adult cardiology. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD is affiliated with Allina Health.
333 Smith Avenue N
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) Insertion
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is a cardiac device that can not only treat irregular heartbeats but also restart the heart if needed. A standard pacemaker monitors the beating of the heart, and can treat an irregular rhythm with regular, low-energy electrical impulses that cause the heart to contract on time. An ICD performs this function, but also monitors for cardiac arrest, when the heart suddenly stops beating. If this happens, the ICD can deliver a single, high-energy dose of electricity to shock the heart and get it beating again. After delivering a defibrillating shock, the ICD makes sure the heart continues to work correctly.
Placement of an ICD is similar to the placement of a standard pacemaker. An incision is made near the shoulder, and two insulated wires or leads are threaded through a vein and placed in the heart. The battery pack, a small metal device, is inserted beneath the skin of the chest just under the collarbone. Once everything is in place, the wires are connected to the battery, and the ICD is functional.
Patients may have swelling and discomfort after surgery as their incisions heal.The heart needs several weeks to adjust to the ICD, so it is best for them to avoid strenuous activity at first. Strong magnetic fields may affect the function of the ICD, so doctors tell patients to avoid certain activities, such as having an MRI or even keeping their cell phones too close to their ICD. Within a few weeks patients' hearts should be beating more safely and effectively.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 31 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 31 |
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Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He is certified by the Board Certification: Internal medicine and has a state license in Virginia.
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Board Certification: Board Certification: Internal medicine
Licensed In: Virginia
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jason Alexander Cook, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Boston Scientific Corporation |
$15,000
GENERAL - BRADY $15,000 |
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Medtronic, Inc. |
$1,229
Micra $1,056 |
Adapta $173 |
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BIOTRONIK INC. |
$947
Rivacor $720 |
Edora $64 |
Acticor $49 |
Solia $49 |
BioMonitor $46 |
Other $20 |
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. |
$188
EXCLUDER AAA Endoprosthesis $188 |
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Abbott Laboratories |
$187
HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Dev $187 |
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Other |
$144
Impella $144 |
Grant | $15,000 |
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Food and Beverage | $1,406 |
Travel and Lodging | $741 |
Education | $548 |
Dr. Jason Cook's specialty is adult cardiology. Dr. Cook has indicated that his clinical interests include implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) insertion, catheter ablation, and supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). He is affiliated with Allina Health. He attended medical school at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.