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Who is Dr. Akula, Cardiologist in Horseheads, NY?
Dr. Venkata Akula, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Horseheads, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akula graduated from Rangaraya Med College and completed his residency at Howard University Program. Dr. Akula is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akula’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akula’s office at (607) 795-2892.
Where did Dr. Akula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard University Program
Medical School: Rangaraya Med College
What languages does Dr. Akula speak?
Dr. Akula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Akula treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Akula 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. Akula. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Akula perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Venkata Akula 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. Akula's office.
Does Dr. Akula accept my insurance?
Dr. Akula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 795-2892 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akula accept in Horseheads, NY?
Dr. Akula in Horseheads, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Humana
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akula's office located?
Dr. Venkata Akula's Primary Practice
100 John Roemmelt Dr Ste 300
Horseheads, NY 14845
(607) 795-2892
What is Dr. Akula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275546038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akula
What is Dr. Venkata Akula's specialty?
Dr. Akula is a Cardiologist near Horseheads, 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. Akula to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Venkata Akula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akula is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Guthrie Cortland Medical Center, Upmc Northwest. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Venkata Akula accepting new patients in Horseheads, NY?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Akula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkata Akula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office at (607) 795-2892 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Akula?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office at (607) 795-2892 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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