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.

Electrocardiogram ECG EKG test being performed on a patient in New Jersey

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) in New Jersey

An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is one of the most commonly performed cardiac tests — and one of the most valuable. At Cross County Cardiology, our board-certified cardiologists use ECGs to rapidly assess your heart’s electrical activity and detect a wide range of conditions, from arrhythmias to signs of a prior heart attack. We offer same-week appointments across our five Northern New Jersey locations.

What Is an Electrocardiogram?

An electrocardiogram records the electrical signals that trigger each heartbeat. Using electrodes placed on the skin of the chest, arms, and legs, an ECG captures the timing and strength of these signals as a series of waveforms. The entire procedure is painless, non-invasive, and takes less than 10 minutes. No radiation is involved.

Each waveform on the ECG — labeled P, QRS, and T — corresponds to a specific phase of the cardiac cycle. Abnormalities in these waveforms can reveal a great deal about the health and function of the heart muscle, valves, and conduction system.

Why Would a Cardiologist Order an ECG?

Your cardiologist may recommend an ECG if you are experiencing:

Chest pain or pressure
Heart palpitations or an irregular heartbeat
Shortness of breath at rest or with exertion
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting episodes
Fatigue that is unexplained or worsening
Swelling in the legs or ankles

ECGs are also performed as part of routine cardiac screening, pre-operative evaluations, and monitoring for patients on cardiac medications or with known heart disease.

What Can an ECG Detect?

An electrocardiogram provides diagnostic information across a broad range of cardiac conditions, including:

Arrhythmias

Abnormal heart rhythms — including atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, and ventricular arrhythmias — are often identified or confirmed on an ECG. The test captures rate, regularity, and the origin of each heartbeat.

Coronary Artery Disease and Ischemia

ST-segment and T-wave changes on an ECG may indicate reduced blood flow to the heart muscle (myocardial ischemia), which can occur during exertion or at rest in patients with coronary artery disease.

Prior Myocardial Infarction

Q waves and other ECG patterns can reveal evidence of a previous heart attack, even in patients who were unaware they had one.

Conduction Abnormalities

Bundle branch blocks, prolonged QT intervals, and other conduction system abnormalities are diagnosed via ECG. Some of these findings require monitoring or treatment to prevent dangerous arrhythmias.

Structural Changes

Left or right ventricular hypertrophy — enlargement of the heart chambers — can produce characteristic ECG changes that prompt further evaluation with an echocardiogram.

Types of ECG Testing We Offer

At Cross County Cardiology, we perform both resting and ambulatory ECG studies depending on your clinical needs:

Resting ECG

The standard 12-lead ECG performed in-office while you lie still. Results are available immediately and reviewed directly by your cardiologist during your visit.

Holter Monitor

A continuous 24- to 48-hour ECG recording worn during your normal daily activities. Ideal for capturing intermittent arrhythmias that may not appear on a short resting ECG.

Event Monitor

A longer-term recording device worn for up to 30 days that captures ECG data when you activate it during symptoms — or automatically when it detects an abnormal rhythm.

Schedule Your ECG Consultation in New Jersey

If you have been referred for an ECG or are experiencing cardiac symptoms, our team is ready to help. Cross County Cardiology serves patients across Hudson and Bergen County with convenient locations in Edgewater, Hoboken, North Bergen, and surrounding areas.

Call us at (551) 373-9007 or contact us online to schedule your appointment. Same-week availability is often possible.

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