Name: Dr. Charles Ruggeroli
Specialty: Cardiology (Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Cardiac Electrophysiology, Interventional Cardiology)
Qualification/Board Certification: Not specified
Affiliation: Cardiology & Cardiovascular Consultants LLP; MountainView Hospital; Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center; Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center; Summerlin Hospital Medical Center; Valley Hospital Medical Center; North Las Vegas VA Medical Center
Locations: Las Vegas, Nevada
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1518907401
About the Doctor
Dr. Charles Ruggeroli is a highly regarded cardiologist practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada, with over 21 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Arizona College of Medicine‑Tucson (1994–1997), and finished a cardiovascular disease fellowship at the same institution (1997–2000). Dr. Ruggeroli is affiliated with six hospitals, including MountainView Hospital and several others recognized for high performance in cardiac care. His areas of expertise include chronic hypertension, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and 12 cardiac conditions. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and other major plans. Dr. Ruggeroli is currently accepting new patients.
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Patients’ Top Choice with 5/5 rating (47 reviews) and six patient awards
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Over 20 years of experience in cardiology, including interventional and electrophysiology subspecialties
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Medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine; fellowship at University of Arizona
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Expertise in 12 cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias
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Affiliated with MountainView Hospital (#1 in Nevada, high performing in TAVR, pacemaker, heart attack, and more)
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Accepts new patients in Las Vegas, NV
Education & Training
Medical School – Tulane University School of Medicine
Residency – University of Arizona College of Medicine‑Tucson, Internal Medicine (1994–1997)
Fellowship/Additional Training – University of Arizona College of Medicine‑Tucson, Cardiovascular Disease (1997–2000)
Medical Conditions Treated
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Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)
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High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
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Coronary artery disease (atherosclerosis)
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Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
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Heart failure (congestive heart failure)
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Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
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Angina (chest pain)
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Valvular heart disease (aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation)
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Peripheral artery disease
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Cardiomyopathy (dilated, hypertrophic, restrictive)
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Cardiac arrhythmias (bradycardia, tachycardia, palpitations)
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Adult congenital heart disease
Medical Procedures Performed
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Echocardiography (transthoracic and transesophageal)
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Stress testing (exercise, pharmacological, nuclear)
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Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) interpretation
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Holter and event monitoring
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Cardiac catheterization and coronary angiography
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Percutaneous coronary intervention (stent placement)
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Pacemaker and implantable cardioverter‑defibrillator (ICD) implantation
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Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)
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Electrophysiology studies and ablation for arrhythmias
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Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
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Cardioversion (electrical and pharmacological)
Services Offered
Dr. Ruggeroli provides comprehensive adult cardiology services, from preventive cardiovascular risk assessment to advanced interventional and electrophysiology procedures. He focuses on early detection and management of hypertension, high cholesterol, and coronary artery disease to prevent heart attacks and strokes. For patients with established heart disease, he offers medical management, lifestyle counseling, and when indicated, catheter‑based interventions such as coronary stenting. He also specializes in heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation, with options ranging from medication to ablation and device implantation (pacemakers, ICDs). Dr. Ruggeroli coordinates care with primary care physicians, cardiac surgeons, and rehabilitation specialists to ensure seamless treatment.
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Preventive cardiology – Cardiovascular risk assessment, blood pressure and cholesterol management, lifestyle counseling.
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Diagnostic testing – EKG, echocardiography, stress testing, Holter monitoring, and cardiac CT as needed.
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Interventional cardiology – Cardiac catheterization, coronary angiography, and stent placement for blocked arteries.
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Electrophysiology – Diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias, including pacemaker/ICD implantation, cardioversion, and ablation.
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Heart failure management – Medication optimization, fluid monitoring, and coordination with advanced therapies.
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Valvular heart disease – Echocardiographic surveillance and referral for TAVR or surgical valve replacement.
Accepted Insurances
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Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
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Cigna (PPO)
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CMS Medicare
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Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)
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United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
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Also accepts Medicaid
Practice Locations
Address: 7020 Smoke Ranch Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89128
Phone: (702) 258-1601
Hospital Affiliations
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MountainView Hospital – Las Vegas, NV High Performing in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Heart Arrhythmia, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
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Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center – Las Vegas, NV
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Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center – Las Vegas, NV (High Performing in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair)
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Summerlin Hospital Medical Center – Las Vegas, NV
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Valley Hospital Medical Center – Las Vegas, NV (High Performing in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair and Heart Attack)
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North Las Vegas VA Medical Center – North Las Vegas, NV
Cardiologist
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