What conditions do your cardiologists treat?

Our board-certified cardiologists treat a wide range of cardiovascular conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias, valvular heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol, peripheral artery disease, and cardiomyopathy. We also provide preventive cardiac evaluations for patients with risk factors such as family history of heart disease or diabetes.

Where are your cardiology offices located in Bergen County?

Cross County Cardiology has 8 office locations throughout Bergen County and the surrounding area, including Paramus, Ridgewood, Hoboken, Edgewater, Englewood, Fort Lee, and additional locations to serve communities across northern New Jersey. Each office is equipped with advanced diagnostic technology so you can receive comprehensive cardiac care close to home.

Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist at Cross County Cardiology?

While many patients are referred by their primary care physician, a referral is not always required. We recommend checking with your insurance plan, as some plans require a referral for specialist visits. You can call our office to verify your coverage and schedule an appointment.

What should I expect during my first cardiology appointment?

Your initial visit typically includes a comprehensive review of your medical history, a physical examination, and may include diagnostic tests such as an electrocardiogram (EKG) or echocardiogram. Your cardiologist will discuss your symptoms, risk factors, and develop a personalized treatment plan. Please bring your insurance card, a list of current medications, and any prior test results.

What insurance plans does Cross County Cardiology accept?

We accept Medicare and most major insurance plans. Our billing team can verify your coverage before your appointment. Please contact our office with your insurance information, and we will confirm your benefits and any applicable copays or deductibles prior to your visit.

Arterial disease treatment and vascular care in New Jersey

Arterial Disease Treatment in New Jersey

Arterial disease encompasses a group of conditions in which the arteries that carry oxygen-rich blood throughout the body become damaged, narrowed, or blocked. Left untreated, arterial disease can lead to serious complications including heart attack, stroke, limb ischemia, and organ damage. At Cross County Cardiology, our board-certified cardiologists and vascular specialists provide comprehensive evaluation and management of arterial disease across Northern New Jersey.

What Is Arterial Disease?

Healthy arteries are flexible, smooth, and elastic — allowing blood to flow freely from the heart to the rest of the body. Arterial disease develops when this normal function is disrupted, most commonly through atherosclerosis: the buildup of plaques composed of cholesterol, calcium, and cellular debris within the artery walls. Over time, these plaques harden and narrow the artery (stenosis) or rupture, triggering blood clots that can completely obstruct flow.

Arterial disease can affect any vessel in the body, including the coronary arteries supplying the heart, the carotid arteries supplying the brain, and the peripheral arteries supplying the legs and arms.

Types of Arterial Disease We Treat

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

The most common form of arterial disease, CAD involves the narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle. It is the leading cause of heart attacks and a major driver of chronic angina and heart failure. Our cardiologists evaluate CAD with stress testing, echocardiography, and coronary imaging.

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)

PAD affects the arteries supplying the legs and, less commonly, the arms. Reduced blood flow causes leg pain with walking (claudication), wounds that heal poorly, and in advanced cases, critical limb ischemia. We screen for PAD using ankle-brachial index (ABI) testing and lower extremity Doppler studies.

Carotid Artery Disease

Narrowing of the carotid arteries in the neck is a leading cause of ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). We assess carotid stenosis with duplex ultrasound and work with neurologists and vascular surgeons to coordinate care for high-risk patients.

Renal Artery Disease

Stenosis of the renal arteries can cause difficult-to-control hypertension and progressive kidney disease. This condition is often identified in the workup of resistant hypertension or unexplained renal dysfunction.

Mesenteric Artery Disease

Reduced blood flow to the intestines can cause chronic abdominal pain after eating (intestinal angina) and, in acute cases, intestinal ischemia — a surgical emergency.

Risk Factors for Arterial Disease

Arterial disease shares many of the same modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors as coronary heart disease:

Smoking — the single most powerful modifiable risk factor for arterial disease
Diabetes mellitus — dramatically accelerates atherosclerosis throughout the vascular system
Hypertension — damages arterial walls and promotes plaque formation
High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) — fuels atherosclerotic plaque accumulation
Age — risk increases progressively with age, particularly after 50
Family history of cardiovascular disease or stroke
Obesity and sedentary lifestyle

Symptoms of Arterial Disease

Symptoms vary depending on which arteries are affected:

Coronary: chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, fatigue
Peripheral (legs): cramping or aching in the calves, thighs, or buttocks during walking; cool or pale feet; slow-healing wounds
Carotid: transient vision changes, sudden weakness, speech difficulty, or TIA symptoms
Renal: difficult-to-control hypertension, declining kidney function

Many patients with arterial disease are asymptomatic in early stages, making routine screening particularly important for those with multiple risk factors.

Diagnosis and Management at Cross County Cardiology

We offer a full range of non-invasive diagnostic studies for arterial disease, including ankle-brachial index testing, Doppler ultrasound, carotid duplex imaging, and echocardiography. Medical management focuses on risk factor modification, antiplatelet therapy, statins, blood pressure control, and structured exercise programs. For patients requiring intervention, we coordinate closely with vascular surgery and interventional cardiology colleagues.

Contact Cross County Cardiology at (551) 373-9007 to schedule an arterial disease evaluation at one of our five locations serving Hudson and Bergen County, NJ.

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