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Who is Dr. Sekhavat, Pediatric Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sepehr Sekhavat, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sekhavat is fluent in English, Albanian, Chinese, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sekhavat’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sekhavat’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Sekhavat speak?
Dr. Sekhavat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
Chinese
English
French
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Sekhavat treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Sekhavat 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. Sekhavat. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Great Vein Malformation
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- Major Vein Defect
- Abnormal Great Veins
- Large Vein Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q268: Other congenital malformations of great veins
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Leaky pulmonary valve
- Pulmonary regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I371: Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve insufficiency
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Screening
- Fetal echocardiogram', 'Screening for baby's heart defects
- Congenital heart defect screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3683: Encounter for fetal screening for congenital cardiac abnormalities
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Sekhavat perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sepehr Sekhavat may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sekhavat's office.
Does Dr. Sekhavat accept my insurance?
Dr. Sekhavat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sekhavat accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sekhavat in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sekhavat's office located?
What is Dr. Sekhavat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sekhavat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639150626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sekhavat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sekhavat
What is Dr. Sepehr Sekhavat's specialty?
Dr. Sekhavat is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Boston, MA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Sekhavat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sepehr Sekhavat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sekhavat is affiliated with Boston Medical 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
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Is Sepehr Sekhavat accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Sepehr Sekhavat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sepehr Sekhavat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sekhavat's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sepehr Sekhavat?
Please contact Dr. Sekhavat's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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