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Dr. Ganesh Kamath, MD

West Islip, NY

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kamath, Cardiologist in West Islip, NY?

    Dr. Ganesh Kamath, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in West Islip, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kamath is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamath’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamath’s office at (631) 669-2555.

    Is Dr. Kamath board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ganesh Kamath, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kamath speak?

    Dr. Kamath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Marathi

    What conditions does Dr. Kamath treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kamath diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kamath. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Kamath perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ganesh Kamath may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kamath's office.

    Does Dr. Kamath accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kamath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 669-2555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kamath accept in West Islip, NY?

    Dr. Kamath in West Islip, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Kamath's office located?

    Dr. Ganesh Kamath's Primary Practice

    540 Union Blvd

    West Islip, NY 11795

    (631) 669-2555

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    Dr. Ganesh Kamath's Practice 2

    301 E Main St

    Bay Shore, NY 11706

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    Dr. Ganesh Kamath's Practice 3

    1000 Montauk Hwy

    West Islip, NY 11795

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    What is Dr. Kamath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kamath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649444340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamath?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kamath

    What is Dr. Ganesh Kamath's specialty?

    Dr. Kamath is a Cardiologist near West Islip, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Kamath to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ganesh Kamath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kamath is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ganesh Kamath accepting new patients in West Islip, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ganesh Kamath is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ganesh Kamath offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kamath's office at (631) 669-2555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ganesh Kamath?

    Please contact Dr. Kamath's office at (631) 669-2555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ganesh Kamath have?

    Dr. Ganesh Kamath is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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