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Who is Dr. Iyer, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Vivek Iyer, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Iyer is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iyer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iyer’s office at (212) 305-2913.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Iyer?
Dr. Vivek Iyer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Iyer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Atrial Fibrillation, Long QT Interval Syndrome, Radiofrequency Ablation, Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Iyer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Iyer board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Iyer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Iyer speak?
Dr. Iyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Iyer typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Iyer typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Iyer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Iyer. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Pocket Relocation
- Pacemaker Revision
- Pacemaker Site Adjustment
- Pacemaker Pocket Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33222: Relocation of skin pocket for pacemaker
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Iyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Iyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-2913 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iyer accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Iyer in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Iyer's office located?
Dr. Vivek Iyer's Primary Practice
505 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(212) 305-2913
What is Dr. Iyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609036458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iyer
What is Dr. Vivek Iyer's specialty?
Dr. Iyer is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Vivek Iyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iyer is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vivek Iyer accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Iyer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Iyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iyer's office at (212) 305-2913 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Iyer?
Please contact Dr. Iyer's office at (212) 305-2913 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vivek Iyer have?
Dr. Vivek Iyer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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