Mercy Medical Plaza - Sacramento, CA (South Lobby)

Cardiology focuses on your heart and blood vessel health. Comprehensive heart care may include checkups, diagnostic tests and treatment for heart and vascular conditions. It also includes guidance on lifestyle habits that support your heart wellness. A cardiology clinic provides compassionate care for concerns such as chest discomfort, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat or high blood pressure.

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A cardiologist specializes in caring for the circulatory system, which includes your heart and blood vessels. They diagnose heart conditions, perform heart-related tests and help guide treatment plans.

At Mercy Medical Plaza, our specialists focus on treating conditions that affect your heart and cardiovascular system, including:

• Angina

• Arrhythmias

• Atherosclerosis

• Atrial fibrillation (Afib)

• Blood clots

• Cardiac arrest

• Cardiomyopathy

• Carotid artery disease

• Coronary artery disease

• Heart attack

• Heart failure

• Heart valve disease

• High blood pressure

• Pericardial effusion

• Pericarditis

• Peripheral artery disease

• Stroke

• Transient ischemic attack (TIA)

• Vasculitis

• Venous insufficiency

• Ventricular tachycardia

Our specialists utilize the latest technology and heart and vascular treatment options, favoring advanced, minimally invasive techniques whenever appropriate, to support faster recovery and better outcomes. Your care plan is always guided by your specific condition and needs, and our comprehensive services typically include:

• Epicardial endocardial ablation

• Heart failure monitoring

• Leadless pacemaker placement

• Left atrial appendage closure

• Left ventricular assist device

• MRI-compatible pacemaker

• Robot-assisted heart surgery

• Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)

• Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair

When you need care for a heart or vascular condition, you'll be supported by a dedicated team of specialists. At Mercy Medical Plaza – Sacramento, CA (South Lobby), our cardiovascular experts include:

• Cardiac electrophysiologists

• Cardiac rehabilitation specialists

• Cardiologists

• Cardiothoracic surgeons

• Interventional cardiologists

• Radiologists and other imaging specialists

• Vascular surgeons

A review of your health history, lifestyle habits and recommended screenings can help you better understand your heart disease risk. Start with your primary care provider for an initial assessment. They may evaluate factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking history and family history, and suggest tests like blood pressure checks, cholesterol screenings or an electrocardiogram (EKG). 

You can also complete our online heart health questionnaire. It offers a simple way to explore risk factors. Answer a few questions about your health history and lifestyle to receive personalized insights about your potential risk factors. These insights are designed to support conversations with your health care provider about heart health and preventive care.

Take our heart health questionnaire

Paid parking is available in the Mercy Medical Plaza lot off 39th Street. Free street parking is also available nearby for up to two hours. Please check posted signs for restrictions.

Most major health insurance plans cover heart services and procedures, including care visits, diagnostic testing and ongoing treatment. Coverage can vary based on your plan, provider network and whether a referral is required. 

Our staff can help verify insurance coverage, explain benefits and answer questions before your appointment, so you can focus on your care.

Whether you need a referral to see a cardiologist depends on your insurance. Many plans let you schedule directly with a specialist at our cardiology clinic. Others might ask for a referral from your primary care provider (PCP). If you're not sure, your insurance provider can explain your plan's specific requirements. Need assistance? Our team is here to help. Call us at (916) 453-2640.