- Cardiologists
- AL
- Vestavia Hills, AL
- Dr. James Cavender, MD
Dr. James Cavender, MD
Cardiology•Male•Age 65
Cardiology
Dr. James Cavender, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Vestavia Hills, AL and has over 38 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cavender has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Heart Conditions, and Cardiac Electrical System Procedures. He graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine medical school in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brookwood Baptist Medical Center and Grandview Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
Cardiovascular Associates Of The Southeast (CVA)
200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 225 Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 ()Telehealth available
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- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Cavender
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Cavender treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Cavender treats other conditions, please contact the office at (205) 543-9690.
Adult Congenital Heart Conditions
Adult congenital cardiac disorder specialists diagnose and treat heart disorders, such as arrythmias and mitral valve disease, that have been present from birth to adulthood.Compare with other Adult Congenital Heart Conditions specialists.
Dr. Cavender is experienced in the area of Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Heart Conditions
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Dr. Cavender is experienced in the area of Heart Conditions. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Cardiac Electrical System Procedures
Electrophysiologists monitor, diagnose and treat abnormal heart rhythms through procedures such as electrocardiograms (EKGs) and pacemaker insertionsCompare with other Cardiac Electrical System Procedures specialists.
Dr. Cavender is experienced in the area of Cardiac Electrical System Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Cavender's conditions and procedures:
- Aneurysm
- Aneurysm of Heart
- Angina
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Ectasia
- Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Arrhythmia Screening
- Arrhythmias
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD)
- Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
- Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
- Cardiac Imaging
- Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy, Dilated
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic
- Cardiovascular Diagnostic Test
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cardioversion, Elective
- Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Chest Pain
- Chest Pain Evaluation
- Cholesterol Screening
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Coarctation of the Aorta
- Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Angiogram
- Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Coronary Artery Dissection
- Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test
- Echocardiography
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Endocarditis
- First Degree Heart Block
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Palpitations
- HeartAware Online Risk Screening
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
- Hypotension
- Impella Device
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Long QT Syndrome
- Marfan Syndrome
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Mobitz, Type 2, Heart Block
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Nuclear Stress Testing
- Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
- Pericardial Disease
- Pericarditis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (PAD)
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Pharmacologic Nuclear Stress Test
- Pharmacologic Stress Test, Adenosine
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Prinzmetal Angina
- Pulmonary Edema
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Second Degree Heart Block
- Secondary Hypertension
- Septal Defect
- Septic Embolism
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Stress Test
- Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Syncope
- TCD Bubble Test
- Third Degree Heart Block
- Thoracentesis
- Thrombolysis
- Tilt Table Testing
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Treadmill Stress Test
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Unstable Angina
- Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
- Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
- Venous Hypertension
- Ventricular Fibrillation
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Pattern
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Dr. Cavender accepts
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Dr. Cavender accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Dental Blue 100/200/300
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
Dr. Cavender's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cavender
4.8
Based on 51 ratings
| 5 Stars | 90.19607843137256% | (46) |
| 4 Stars | 1.9607843137254901% | (1) |
| 3 Stars | 3.9215686274509802% | (2) |
| 2 Stars | 1.9607843137254901% | (1) |
| 1 Star | 1.9607843137254901% | (1) |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Internal Medicine
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Best Doctors in America, 2008,2009,
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. James Cavender, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Cavender has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. James Cavender, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. James Cavender, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Cavender frequently treats Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Heart Conditions, and Cardiac Electrical System Procedures. See all practice areas where Dr. Cavender specializes.
Where is Dr. James Cavender, MD's office located?
Dr. Cavender's office is located at 200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 225, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Cardiovascular Associates Of The Southeast (CVA)
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average
84% Patients that would definitely recommend, 14% higher than the national average
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