Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. Benigno Decena's practice, with 34 years of experience treating atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and supraventricular tachycardia. He also performs cardiac device monitoring and practices cardiology and cardiovascular surgery alongside interventional cardiology.

Dr. Decena trained at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and is affiliated with Carondelet Saint Joseph's Hospital. He sees patients in Tucson, Arizona, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Decena 4.63 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 34 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 11 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Benigno Decena has 2 locations

Tucson Heart Center

2404 E River Rd Bldg 2Tucson, AZ 85718
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Tucson Heart Center

1714 W Anklam Rd Ste 104Tucson, AZ 85745
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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CardiologyCardiologyCardiologyCardiology
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4.6 
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34 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Tucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZLongmont , CO
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Benigno Decena

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareMore
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Benigno Decena has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Benigno Decena has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiologist
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1992.

NPI Number

Benigno Decena's NPI number is 1023011269.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Benigno Decena accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Benigno Decena has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Benigno Decena speak?
Benigno Decena speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Benigno Decena's office located?
Benigno Decena's office is located at 2404 E River Rd Bldg 2, Tucson, AZ, 85718.
Which hospitals is Benigno Decena affiliated with?
Benigno Decena is affiliated with Carondelet Saint Josephs Hospital.
Does Benigno Decena accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Benigno Decena accepts on their Vitals profile.

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